7 Healthier Alternatives to Energy Drinks When You Need an Energy Boost
Tempted to get an energy boost from energy drinks? Discover why they’re not the best choice and other hydration options that are better for your health.
July 21, 2024
Tag: sports drink
Are Beverages that Contain Sugar Less Hydrating?
When you work out, staying hydrated is a priority – but what’s the best way to do that? Some people reach for beverage that contains sugar, but what impact does this have on hydration? Find out.
June 24, 2018
4 Natural Sports Drink Alternatives
What do you sip when you work out? Water? That’s fine for workouts of an hour or less – but what about longer ones? Skip the commercial sports drink and try one of these healthy sports drink alternatives.
June 19, 2016
5 Hydration Mistakes That Make a Workout Harder
With so much emphasis on protein and good nutrition, it’s easy to forget about the necessity and value of staying hydrated. Short-term, hydration is even more important than nutrition for exercise performance. If you’re dehydrated, you won’t be able to put forth your best effort. Plus, you can suffer more severe consequences if your fluid or electrolyte levels drop too low. Here are five hydration mistakes you don’t want to make.
March 29, 2015
Sports Drinks and Hydration Beverages: What Are the Different Types and Do You Really Need Them?
What are you drinking to stay hydrated when you exercise? There are a number of commercial sports drinks out there. This article discusses the different types, how they differ and whether you really need them.
September 8, 2013
4 Steps to a Successful Exercise Recovery
After a workout, it’s important to take the proper steps to recover. Need some guidance? Here are four steps you shouldn’t neglect to recover effectively from exercise.
February 24, 2013
Why Eating Bananas May Be Better Than a Sports Drink
Are you still sipping a sports drink to get your carbs and electrolytes during a long workout? You may be able to ditch the sports drink for fruit, more specifically, a banana. A new study shows that bananas have more going for them when it comes to replacing lost electrolytes and replenishing glycogen stores than
June 3, 2012
Coconut Water: An All-Natural Sports Drink?
Tired of drinking artificially colored and flavored sports drinks? There’s a natural alternative – coconut water. Find out what new research shows about coconut water and how it compares to traditional sports drinks for rehydration during exercise.
February 12, 2012
Causes of Fatigue During Exercise and How to Deal With Them
This article discusses the potential causes of exercise fatigue and what an athlete can do to feel more energetic during a workout.
December 4, 2011