Electrolyte drinks

What are electrolyte drinks for?

Today, more and more athletes are choosing to consume electrolyte drinks, especially in hot weather. During intense sporting activity, the body perspires enormously. This is particularly true of "cardio" sports such as running, cycling or Crossfit. In this perspiration flows water and electrolytes (sodium chloride), as well as calcium, magnesium and more. When physical activity drags on, the body can become exhausted. The result is physical fatigue and muscle cramps. To cope with this situation, electrolyte drinks are ideal, offering you these few benefits:

• Effective hydration: These sports drinks compensate for water loss, keeping the body hydrated during exercise.
• Electrolyte balance: they provide essential electrolytes: sodium, potassium and magnesium. This helps maintain the body's electrolyte balance.
• Preventing dehydration: Electrolyte drinks are generally consumed before the first cramps appear, which helps to avoid a number of inconveniences.

With a drink like this, sportsmen and women can put all their chances on their side at every competition!

How to choose your electrolyte drinks?

At DECATHLON, we offer electrolyte drinks in all their forms. To make the right choice, we advise you first of all to choose your product according to its format : effervescent tablets, energy gels, ready-to-drink bottles or powder. Beyond that, we also invite you to pay attention to the recipe of each electrolyte drink:

• Electrolyte content: Each drink contains an appropriate balance of electrolytes. These include, but are not limited to, sodium and magnesium.
• Carbohydrate content: Some drinks contain carbohydrates to provide an extra source of energy during exercise. Dosage is usually around 7 or 8 kcal.
• Taste and tolerance: Mango, grapefruit, red fruit, lemon... There's no shortage of flavors.

By taking the time to compare the recipes of each electrolyte drink, you can more easily find a product that meets your expectations. So you can enjoy optimal hydration when you need it most!