Electrolyte Replacement Protocols > TL;DR > - Sodium is the priority; 500-1000 mg/hr in heat or long efforts > - Sports drinks, salt tabs, or salty foods; match intake to sweat loss > - Potassium, magnesium matter for cramping; food sources often sufficient > - Don't overdo it—balance with water; practice in training --- What Are Electrolytes? Electrolytes are minerals that carry electrical charge: - Sodium (Na+) - Most important for athletes - Potassium (K+) -...

Electrolyte Replacement Protocols > TL;DR > - Sodium is the priority; 500-1000 mg/hr in heat or long efforts > - Sports drinks, salt tabs, or salty foods; match intake to sweat loss > - Potassium, magnesium matter for cramping; food sources often sufficient > - Don't overdo it—balance with water; practice in training --- What Are Electrolytes? Electrolytes are minerals that carry electrical charge: - Sodium (Na+) - Most important for athletes - Potassium (K+) -...