We’ve all heard the advice to hydrate during and after workouts, but did you know that water alone isn’t enough? Proper hydration goes hand-in-hand with carbohydrates. Let’s explore why carb supplements can make a huge difference in your performance and recovery.
Why Carbohydrates Matter
With summer approaching, the heat is on—more sweat, more electrolyte loss, and higher risk of exhaustion during workouts. To fuel and hydrate effectively, carbohydrates (carbs) play a key role. Breaking down the word “carbohydrates” reveals the secret: carb + hydrate. Hydration is linked directly to carbohydrates because glycogen—the stored form of glucose used for energy—binds water in a 3:1 ratio. That means when your muscles recover, they are three times as “thirsty” for water as they are for glycogen itself.
How Exercise Depletes Carbs & Fluids
During workouts, your body taps into glycogen stores for energy. The water attached to glycogen is lost along with it, increasing the risk of dehydration. Low-carb diets can hinder fluid retention and impair performance, especially during warm-weather training.
Did you know about 20% of your daily fluid intake comes from food, particularly carbohydrate-rich foods? That’s right—eating “carbohydrates” also helps hydrate your body and maintain energy levels for daily activities and workouts.
Fueling & Hydration Guidelines
Fluid loss can compromise both performance and temperature regulation. Here’s a quick guide:
- For exercise under 60 minutes: Drink ~200 mL of water every 15–20 minutes.
- For exercise over 60 minutes: Use a drink with glucose and electrolytes to maintain glycogen levels and hydration.
The Secret to Optimal Performance
If you want to boost performance and hydration during workouts, liquid carbohydrate supplements are the way to go—they’re easy to digest and won’t slow you down. Enter Ten Performance Pro/Carb.
Pro/Carb combines the purity of simple carbohydrates with the endurance of complex carbohydrates. Its carbohydrate sources come from Tapioca, Sweet Potato, and Arrowroot, enhanced with Citrulline Malate and Arginine. The result? Improved energy, reduced dehydration, and optimal glycogen replenishment, so you can crush even the most intense workouts.
Stay hydrated, maintain your glycogen, and power through your summer training with Pro/Carb—your secret weapon for energy and endurance.
