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Which is better? Water, Gatorade, or energy drinks?
By Nathan Hartle
Gatorade is specially formulated to give athletes what water cannot. Studies have shown that athletes who hydrate with Gatorade outperform athletes who hydrate with just water in a number of key performance measures, including the ability to exercise longer before succumbing to fatigue, maintain a faster sprint speed in the second half of a competition period, and exhibit higher explosive power both overall and later in exercise. The studies show what the inventors of Gatorade hypothesized over 40 years ago when faced with the task of determining why many Florida Gator players were both underperforming and succumbing to the affects of heat and heat related illnesses: when it comes to optimal field performance, water isn’t enough.
Maintaining an adequate hydration level helps assure peak performance, and science shows that no other sports drink formula is absorbed faster than Gatorade. Unlike other flavored hydration options, the osmolality and 6% carbohydrate solution in Gatorade ensure that it can be absorbed quickly and easily by the body, which prevents the bloating and discomfort that can be caused by other flavored beverages. In addition, the flavor of Gatorade is formulated and athletically tested to taste best when an athlete is dehydrated. Dehydration can cause athletes to stop drinking before they’ve consumed an adequate amount of fluid to replace what has been lost. Working muscles need energy to fight fatigue. Gatorade is scientifically formulated as a 6% carbohydrate solution (60 grams of carbohydrate per liter of water), the right amount of carbohydrates to enable Gatorade to be absorbed as fast as water and quickly provide performance-powering fuel to working muscles. Research shows that more than 6% carbohydrate is not better—a higher concentration of carbohydrates takes longer to absorb and won’t further improve performance. When athletes sweat, they lose electrolytes such as sodium, potassium, and chloride that are essential to hydration and muscle function. Unlike water and other beverages that are not scientifically formulated, Gatorade is lab-tested to ensure it replenishes the electrolytes lost in sweat while maintaining thirst so athletes will adequately ingest enough fluid and electrolytes to stay well-hydrated.
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I personally like gatorade the best!
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I personally didn't know these facts about Gatorade. I thought the answer would have been "Good Ol Water." Live and Learn.
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