The human body can lose up to half a gallon of water each day. Young people actively practicing and playing a sport can lose much more.
Justin Miller Communications Specialist Alabama Cooperative Extension System
Many Alabama high-school and recreational-league athletes have already made their return to the playing surface. It is important that coaches and parents alike ensure young athletes stay hydrated as they participate in their athletic activities., an Alabama Cooperative Extension System human sciences regional agent. “It is important for them to drink enough fluid to reduce the dangerous risks of dehydration.
If not properly hydrated, some of the illnesses that could occur are heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heat strokes. Read more about these illnesses in the Alabama Extension Emergency Handbook atTo avoid these illnesses, coaches should constantly watch their players for signs of dehydration. The first symptom is fatigue. Other symptoms can include thirst, headache, dry mouth, lightheadedness, weakness and muscle cramps.
“The dangers of dehydration should be a primary concern to athletes and the coaching staff,” Jones said. “When exercising in a humid environment like Alabama’s, the body’s ability to sweat efficiently is reduced, because the sweat on the skin meets resistance when evaporating.”
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