Did you know it is just as important to stay hydrated in the winter as in the hot summer months? Unsurprisingly, bottled beverage sales go through the roof during summer as people try to fight the heat and avoid dehydration during their fitness training outdoors. Even though you may feel less thirsty during the winter months, continue reading for reasons why it is still essential to stay hydrated even if the temperature is in the low double and even single digits.
It is essential not to rely on thirst alone as an indicator of when to hydrate. Most experts recommend drinking 11-16 cups of water per day. You should drink more than this on your athletic training days. When we say “water,” this does not necessarily need to mean plain water all the time. Water is also found in other fluids you can drink and can satisfy your hydration needs. However, it is vital to avoid fluids with excess sugar and chemicals as much as possible, like sugary sodas. It would be best if you also tried to avoid alcohol as much as possible, as it is one of the most dehydrating fluids.
Having plenty of TAPOUT Performance Drink on hand also helps you ensure that you reach your hydration goals. TAPOUT Performance Drink has five essential electrolytes that help to maximize hydration in your body. These essential electrolytes help your body maintain optimal fluid balance within your cells and replace electrolytes lost through sweat and regular activity.
You can lose a lot of water and electrolytes when working up a sweat. However, your body is also losing water through breathing, urination, and the drier air that can occur from indoor heating. Water also continually evaporates from the skin regardless of temperature. It is also important to remember that you are sweating throughout the day and especially during exercise, even though you may not realize it as much because it is colder outside.
Just like in the summer months, you can still experience some brutal consequences from being dehydrated in the winter. Some of the first signs of dehydration to pay attention to are fatigue, dry mouth, lightheadedness, headaches, muscle weakness and cramps, dry skin, having darker-colored urine, and passing urine less than usual. Chronic dehydration can lead to even more severe consequences, like kidney stones, muscle damage, and urinary tract infections. Stay hydrated, friends!
TAPOUT Performance Hydration and Recovery Drinks have been designed to activate your body's natural energy reserves, improve performance during competition and training and promote quick and healthy recovery after exercise.
TAPOUT comes in four flavors:
- Citrus
- Cherry Lemonade
- Orange
- Peach Mango
Our Citrus flavor has 120 calories to replenish natural energy and give you a boost under difficult training conditions. It also has 240mg of natural sodium, and a blend of electrolytes and vitamins. As you work out, these vitamins and electrolytes are used by your body or lost in sweat. That's why each TAPOUT contains:
- Vitamins A, C, E
- The Vitamin B Complex
- Potassium
- Calcium
- Magnesium
- Chloride
If you're looking for a sports performance drink that replenishes these electrolytes and vitamins but prefer a no-sugar drink, TAPOUT Orange and Cherry Lemonade contain the same scientifically derived formula with zero sugar and only five calories.
No matter which flavor you choose, you can be assured that you're getting great taste from a sports drink made with no artificial colors, flavors or ingredients.