So aside from putting our pee against a colour chart, the big lesson we can take away from Ní Fhlannagáin is the handy (if a little daunting) formula of bodyweight x 50 = a daily recommended fluid intake.
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Ní Fhlannagáin uses the example of a 75 kg athlete drinking 3.75 litres. To our shame, though, TheScore.ie is closer to 85 or 90kg so we would have to take on an extra pint or two.
How much should an athlete drink to prevent dehydration?
EARLIER THIS WEEK, we featured IRFU high performance nutritionist Nora Ní Fhlannagáin explaining the benefits of breakfast.
Today, listen to her thoughts on the most basic element of body fuel – liquid. So grab a litre bottle of water, press play and feel better.
So aside from putting our pee against a colour chart, the big lesson we can take away from Ní Fhlannagáin is the handy (if a little daunting) formula of bodyweight x 50 = a daily recommended fluid intake.
Ní Fhlannagáin uses the example of a 75 kg athlete drinking 3.75 litres. To our shame, though, TheScore.ie is closer to 85 or 90kg so we would have to take on an extra pint or two.
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