Hydration is extremely important as our bodies are approximately 60% water. Dehydration occurs when fluid loss (via sweat, urine and through respiration) is greater than fluid intake (via drinking and food). For the unconditioned athlete, just a small amount of dehydration can have a negative impact on athletic performance and may predispose them to heat illnesses. For the conditioned and acclimated athlete, withstanding a reasonable level of dehydration should be standard pr

Training for your next Ironman event is going to involve the overcoming of obstacles and enduring several mental and physical peaks and valleys. Never get too high and never get too low. Just keep moving forward, just like you’ll do on race day. Have a plan, embrace the challenges and think constant positive thoughts. If you’re training for a fall race, there’s a good chance you’re going to be grinding away in some fairly demanding or even tropical conditions. Here are few t