|
|
Page 2

We hear the phrase “It’s not what you know, but who you know.” This couldn’t be any truer when we’re

In October, we celebrated National Disability Employment Month. We examined how far we have come as an industry and how far

Did you know that 81% of people with a disability don’t feel welcome in the fitness industry?  That means as

Use this helpful poster to advertise the location of your AED.

The influence of cardiopulmonary rehabilitation (CR) participation on desirable patient outcomes is well established. Moreover, the role clinical exercise physiologists

Public health is having a moment right now, and the fitness industry must rise to the occasion. The truth is,

Whether you are a seasoned fitness professional or a new trainer entering the field, it’s more important than ever to

A clinical exercise physiologist (CEP) is an allied health professional trained to work with persons diagnosed with a chronic disease

In March 2021, ACSM assembled a task force to determine how to streamline the reimbursement process for ACSM Certified Exercise

My name is Vanessa Valle, and I’m an exercise physiologist at the Cardiac Rehabilitation and Wellness Center at the University

GSSI Pre-Conference

The Physiology of Hydration: More Than Water Alone

This session explores the physiology of hydration through an integrated lens—examining how carbohydrate, sodium, flavor, and fluid interact to influence intake, absorption, retention, and performance. We’ll review current research on fluid balance, osmotic drivers, and palatability, highlighting mechanisms that underpin voluntary intake and thermoregulation. Attendees will gain insight into individualized strategies, including sweat profiling and timing approaches, to optimize euhydration and mitigate performance decrements associated with >2% body-mass loss. Practical applications will be linked to laboratory- and field-based research, ensuring translation from bench to field. This pre-conference equips you with evidence-based tools to support athlete hydration across diverse environments and sporting contexts. 

Divider line green, blue, black
  • Session 1: Sweating the detail: New insights on hydration considerations for athlete performance
    • Lewis James, PhD, Associate Professor in Human Nutrition in the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences at Loughborough University
  • Session 2: Functional ingredients in fluid replacement beverages for athletes
    • Lindsay Baker, PhD, Director at the Gatorade Sports Science Institute
  • Session 3: The hydration toolkit: Practical approaches to athlete support
    • Floris Wardenaar, PhD, Associate Professor at the College of Health Solutions at Arizona State University