You need a tremendous amount of fluid in the heat. Cold water is absorbed most
quickly. Fluids and foods containing electrolytes (the sales of magnesium,
potassium and calcium) should be consumed regularly during hot weather training.
A recommended quota of water is six 8-ounce glasses spread throughout the day,
every day. Remember, coffee and alcohol are diuretics and will cause you to
lose more water than you gain from them. The greatest heat problem is
dehydration. Drink all day long and throughout your runs-especially the
long ones. Stash water in the bushes along the route if necessary.
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