Counsel #3 — Boosting Physical Performance

Picture: Counsel #3 — Boosting Physical PerformanceCWe 102.1

Water plays a vital role when we engage in physical activity. Dehydration can lead to fatigue, muscle cramps, and decreased endurance. Staying hydrated allows muscles to optimally function. It improves coordination, and even enhances your cognitive function during exercise. Athletes and anyone leading an active lifestyle should actively monitor their water intake.^{[113]https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/Exercise-the-low-down-on-water-and-drinks}CWe 102.2

Steer clear of sugary drinks like cordials, sodas, and juices during exercise. While temporarily alleviating your craving for carbs, these simple carbohydrates lack the necessary electrolytes your body needs, worsening dehydration. Skip caffeine too, as it acts like a diuretic and flushes out the fluids your body needs. Stick to plain water. Only opt for sports drinks when engaging in intense workouts or for extended exercise.CWe 102.3

“You gave them bread from heaven for their hunger, and brought them water out of the rock for their thirst.” Nehemiah 9:15 NKJVCWe 102.4

“Water is the best liquid possible to cleanse the tissues.” Ellen White in My Life Today, p. 139CWe 102.5

Reflect: How can you overcome the temptation of quick sugary or caffeine fixes and prioritize long-term health benefits?CWe 102.6