The Ingredients of Sweat

Have you ever wondered what is in the pool of sweat below your bike after your hard one hour trainer workout? And, have you ever wondered what type of supplements you should take to replace the electrolytes lost during your workout.

Even in the cold of winter, an athlete will not only lose fluid during a workout, but also many valuable electrolytes. So, the question becomes what electrolytes are lost and how does the athlete replace them? There are many "electrolyte" drinks such as Gatorade, Powerade, and others. These electrolyte replacements may be enough for some athletes, but some athletes may need more.

Check out this article for more information on what is in your sweat and how to replace the electrolytes.