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Originally Posted by robbyracenut
Ok, so perhaps it is a bit stingy not to have sodas, but shouldn't we all be drinking water and re-hydrating anyway? #1 rule I was taught about sports nutrition when I was rowing: Thou shalt not drink sodas. Maybe they're just looking out for our health...  |
You're right: it is healthier to drink water. However, if you're really dehydrated, it's better to drink something like Gatorade -- especially the new, lower-calorie G2 -- because water doesn't add any electrolytes to your system and actually waters down what's already in your blood stream. So a little sugar, potassium, sodium, etc. is good. Personally, I bring 1.5L with me whenever I go anywhere and try to drink at least 2L per day -- never drink soda. But I'm sure the instructors and mechanics would probably appreciate the caffiene.