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Nutrition Considerations for Ultra Endurance Sport, Pt 2: Hydration
Dehydration often contributes to both fatigue and GI symptoms during an ultra endurance event. Simply starting the event in a dehydrated state can set an athlete up for impaired performance, higher than expected perceived exertion (RPE), and a greater likelihood of GI distress. However, overhydration can also lead to GI symptoms and hyponatremia.