Why Hydration+ by Applied Nutrition Is Better Than Just Water During Sports

 

When you’re working out, training, or playing sports—especially for longer periods or in hot conditions—staying hydrated is essential. Most people reach for water, and while water is critical for survival and basic hydration, it might not be enough when you're physically active. That’s where hydration formulas like Hydration+ by Applied Nutrition come in. They're designed not just to quench your thirst but to optimize hydration, replenish electrolytes, and support endurance and performance.

Let’s explore in detail why Hydration+ is a better choice than plain water during sports or intense physical activity.

1. The Limits of Regular Water

Water is vital. It keeps your body temperature in check, helps transport nutrients, lubricates joints, and supports all cellular functions. But when you're doing sports or high-intensity training, especially for over an hour, your body loses more than just water.

You also lose electrolytes, especially through sweat. These include:

• Sodium

• Potassium

• Magnesium

• Calcium

• Chloride

These minerals are crucial for muscle function, nerve signaling, and maintaining fluid balance. Losing them can lead to muscle cramps, dizziness, fatigue, or even more severe dehydration-related symptoms. Unfortunately, regular water doesn’t contain electrolytes, so it can’t replace what’s lost through sweat.

In fact, if you drink a lot of plain water during extended exercise without replenishing electrolytes, you risk diluting your blood sodium levels—something known as hyponatremia, which can be dangerous.

2. What Makes Hydration+ by Applied Nutrition Different?

Hydration+ is a science-based formula specifically designed for athletes, gym-goers, and anyone who wants to perform at their best. It combines water-enhancing ingredients with performance-supporting electrolytes and vitamins.

Here’s what makes it more effective than plain water:

a. Full Spectrum Electrolytes

Hydration+ contains a full profile of essential electrolytes:

• Sodium – helps maintain fluid balance and prevents cramping

• Potassium – supports muscle contractions and prevents fatigue

• Magnesium – important for muscle relaxation and recovery

• Calcium – supports nerve transmission and muscular function

These electrolytes are formulated in the right ratios to work with your body during physical stress. This makes Hydration+ far superior for exercise recovery and endurance than just water.

b. Vitamin C and Other Nutrients

Hydration+ also includes Vitamin C, which plays a role in:

• Reducing tiredness and fatigue

• Supporting immune function (important for recovery)

• Acting as an antioxidant to reduce oxidative stress caused by intense exercise

Some formulas also include B vitamins, which help convert food into energy—important when your energy levels are being pushed to the limit.

c. Convenient and Fast-Absorbing

Hydration+ is made into a delicious powder that mixes easily with water. It’s low calorie, sugar-free, and absorbs quickly in the gut—providing fast rehydration when you need it most.

3. Performance and Endurance Benefits

a. Helps Delay Fatigue

When you're dehydrated, your blood thickens slightly, which makes it harder for your heart to pump oxygen and nutrients to your muscles. This leads to early fatigue, especially during endurance training.

By replacing both water and electrolytes, Hydration+ helps your muscles continue performing efficiently—letting you go longer, lift heavier, or play harder.

b. Prevents Muscle Cramps

Cramps are often a sign of electrolyte imbalance, especially low sodium and magnesium. Water alone doesn’t prevent this.

Hydration+ keeps your muscle cells hydrated and electrically balanced, which greatly reduces your risk of cramping, especially in long workouts, sports matches, or races.

c. Supports Mental Focus

Dehydration affects more than just your muscles—it affects your brain. A drop in hydration as small as 1–2% can lead to poor concentration, slower reaction time, and mental fatigue.

By supporting hydration and including nutrients like Vitamin C and sometimes B vitamins, Hydration+ helps you stay mentally sharp, which is just as important in sports as physical ability.

4. Ideal for All Kinds of Athletes

Hydration+ isn't just for elite athletes. It’s useful for:

• Footballers who play for 90 minutes or more in the heat

• Gym-goers doing strength or hypertrophy training

• Endurance athletes like runners and cyclists

• Boxers, MMA fighters, or anyone in high-intensity combat sports

• Anyone training in hot weather or sweating heavily

Even casual exercisers will benefit during long summer sessions or high-output training blocks.

5. Taste and Compliance

Let’s be honest—water can be boring during a workout. When you're already working hard, sipping plain water may not be appealing. Hydration+ is available in refreshing flavours like Lemon & Lime, Orange, and Mixed Berry, making it more enjoyable and encouraging you to drink enough.

That small boost in taste often leads to better hydration habits—especially during prolonged training sessions.

6. When and How to Use Hydration+

To get the best results:

• Before training: Take 1 serving about 15–30 minutes before your session to preload with electrolytes.

• During training: Sip slowly, especially during intense or long-duration sessions.

• After training: Take another serving to replenish lost fluids and speed up recovery.

Each serving mixes easily with 500–700ml of water, depending on your taste preference. It’s light on the stomach, non-carbonated, and fast-absorbing.

7. Comparing Hydration+ vs Water – Side-by-Side

Feature	Hydration+	Regular Water
Electrolytes	✅ Full spectrum	❌ None
Supports Muscle Function	✅ Yes	⚠️ Only if you haven’t lost many minerals
Helps Prevent Cramping	✅ Yes	❌ No
Replenishes Sweat Loss	✅ Yes	❌ Only replaces fluids
Boosts Energy & Focus	✅ Contains vitamins	❌ No nutritional value
Encourages Better Intake	✅ Flavoured	⚠️ Taste fatigue for some
Convenient for Athletes	✅ Designed for sport	⚠️ Basic hydration only

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Final Thoughts

Hydration is not just about water—especially during physical activity. When you're sweating and pushing your limits, you’re losing critical electrolytes and placing stress on your body. Hydration+ by Applied Nutrition is designed to meet those demands in a way that plain water simply can’t.

By combining fluid, electrolytes, and supportive vitamins, Hydration+:

• Keeps you performing at your best

• Reduces the risk of cramps and fatigue

• Supports faster recovery

• Enhances endurance and mental sharpness

Whether you’re training for performance, playing sports, or just trying to stay sharp and strong in your sessions, upgrading from plain water to Hydration+ is a smart, athlete-focused choice.

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