Water Breaks

Signs of dehydration

• Headaches
• Weakness
• Premature Fatigue
• Nausea
• Thirst
• Irritability
• Cramping
• Goose bumps

Some coaches still use water breaks as a way to punish or reward their athletes

The coach should have the basic education on the amount, time and type of fluid needed and lost during their respective sport.

Hydration should take place two hrs before competition or a workout. Fluid is lost primarily thought sweat and breathing.

The athlete should drink 20 to 24 ounces of fluid for each pound lost.

The coach should be educated and educate the athlete on these basic hydration guidelines.