HYDRATION 101 (According to World-Class Personal Trainers) – DOGPOUND SUPPLEMENTS

by Conner NevelNov 14, 20220 comments

THE SCIENCE BEHIND SUGAR AND HYDRATION

So you just realized that the leading powdered electrolyte stick contains nearly 50 calories and over 10 grams of dextrose/sugar – now what? To their credit, glucose can have a positive impact on hydration, as it helps the body to absorb and retain water. When the body is properly hydrated, it functions more efficiently and can better withstand physical and mental stress. Therefore, consuming supplements with modest levels of glucose can help to keep the body properly hydrated and functioning at its best. In addition to helping with hydration, glucose also provides the body with energy. Glucose is broken down by the body and turned into...

by Conner NevelNov 14, 20220 comments

WHY YOU FEEL TIRED AND SLUGGISH IN THE GYM

We've all been there – you find yourself at the gym, exhausted simply from walking through those doors. You head over to load up weight onto the squat rack barbell and are struggling with brain fog and lethargy that has been relentless all day long - but why? It's not because...

by Conner NevelNov 13, 20220 comments

3 PRACTICAL TIPS FOR OPTIMIZING HYDRATION (FROM CERTIFIED TRAINERS)

In this post, we'll take a look at the perils of getting dehydrated while completing a tough workout and offer some tips on how to stay hydrated throughout your routine.

by Conner NevelNov 12, 20220 comments

WHAT TRAINING ATHLETES AND MODELS HAS TAUGHT US ABOUT HYDRATION

We've seen clients experience low energy levels, brain fog, and dizziness when they're not hydrated. This blog post helps give guidance on foods to eat, supplements to take and things to avoid to optimize your fluid-electrolyte balance in your life.