Here are 6 science-backed reasons to hydrate with sodium before you work out:⁠ ⁠ 1️⃣ Electrolytes like sodium and potassium regulate water movement inside and outside your cells, ensuring proper hydration at the cellular level. (NBK541123)⁠ 2️⃣ Proper hydration supports muscle contraction, nerve signaling, and prevents fatigue and cramps. (PMID: 39047298)⁠ 3️⃣ Magnesium helps activate ATP (energy currency of cells) and supports the sodium-potassium pump, which is vital for muscle function and energy use during exercise. (DOI: 10.1093/ndt/gfae134)⁠ 5️⃣ Starting a workout dehydrated makes it difficult to recover hydration during the session, leading to earlier fatigue and reduced performance. (DOI: 10.1111/j.1600-0838.2010.01207)⁠ 6️⃣ Proper hydration helps regulate body temperature during exercise, while dehydration compromises thermoregulation, causing core temperature to rise faster and increasing fatigue. (DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-971971)⁠ ⁠ Stay Salty ⚡