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Cancer/Exercise Oncology

Leading resource provides accessible support for cancer survivors and clinicians Millions of individuals living with and beyond cancer can now

Cancer is a major societal, public health and economic problem, with close to 20 million new cases and nearly 10

ACSM’s Moving Through Cancer Program, part of the Exercise is Medicine® initiative, has been recognized by the White House Cancer Moonshot initiative

Released in July 2024, ACSM’s Essentials of Exercise Oncology, was written by leading experts to provide an approachable introduction to

Cancer is the No. 2 cause of death in the United States, but physical activity before, during and after a

Scientific evidence collected for seven decades strongly supports the position that higher cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) levels are associated with more

The field of exercise and cancer (exercise oncology) has a long history. In 1911, findings were published documenting that being

INDIANAPOLIS, IN (February 14, 2024) The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and its Exercise is Medicine Program (EIM) announced

Research in the field of exercise oncology has created a large and consistent body of knowledge regarding the benefits of

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. 

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  • 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