Sports drinks
The advantages for athletes
Sports drinks are consumed by athletes around the world. You can also find them on the shelves of most retail and convenience stores. But which ones are good for you? And what is the science behind sports drinks? Well, as the creators of ISOFIT+, we’re so pleased you asked!
At Thirsti
Hydration is a priority
Very simply, water is vital for normal bodily functions and it also makes up the majority of your body weight. As you go about your day, you naturally lose water, and it is recommended that you drink fluids regularly throughout the day to combat this loss. THIRSTI natural spring water is perfect for this!
However, when it comes to exercising, staying hydrated means more than simply drinking water! If you are exercising for long periods of time – and sweating a lot as a result – then you need more than just plain H20.
This is largely because the essential salts – electrolytes – your body also needs are lost through sweat, and need to be replaced.
Keeping
Hydrated during exercise
Hydration is vital during physical activity and, whether you’re an athlete or not, you need to be very intentional about watching your fluid intake. Plain water is great for your first hour of exercise but after that time, important electrolytes are lost in greater number through sweat and need to be replenished.
That’s where ISOFIT+ comes in! Our electrolyte-fuelled sports drinks are designed for continued activity lasting beyond one hour.
Sports drinks and
Short duration exercise
Although it is not necessary to drink sports drinks for short-duration exercise, research has shown that overall fluid intake increases with added flavour when compared to normal water. Ultimately this means that the better something tastes, the more of it you’re willing to drink! This is beneficial no matter how long you are exercising for.
With ISOFIT+ in 4 powerful flavours: Berry, Blueberry, Naartjie and Lemon Lime – there’s definitely a favourite for everyone!
Sports drinks to
To improve athletic performance
The real health benefits of drinking sports drinks include increased energy to aid extended periods of intense training and, most importantly, to replace important electrolytes lost through sweat during exercise.
Our sports drinks have our natural spring water as their base ingredient. The main carbohydrate, glucose, is then added to provide much-needed energy. Sugar is an important substance for exercise as it fuels activity. The specific amount of sugar in ISOFIT+ has been carefully calculated to ensure that it is at an optimal level for performance.
The importance of
Replenishing electrolytes
Sports Drinks help to rehydrate your body and restore your electrolyte balance during prolonged activity. This is very important for your essential organs such as your brain, muscles, and nerves.
Electrolytes are minerals that keep the body’s balance of fluids at the proper level. Examples of electrolytes include potassium, calcium, sodium, chloride and magnesium. Sports drinks, such as ISOFIT+, are great for replacing electrolytes in your body during intense exercise.
- Calcium helps to build and maintain strong bones. Your heart, muscles and nerves also need calcium to function properly.
- Magnesium contributes to the maintenance of normal muscle function, bones, and the electrolyte balance.
- Sodium balances fluids in the body and it influences blood pressure. It helps to send nerve impulses and it is needed for muscle contractions.
- Potassium enhances muscle strength and assists with metabolism, water balance, electrolytic functions, and the nervous system. It also helps to combat anxiety and stress.
ISOFIT+
The advantage for athletes
ISOFIT+, our THIRSTI sports drinks, are an expertly crafted combination of high-quality carbohydrates, electrolytes, and water. When you drink ISOFIT+, you are hydrating your body as well as replenishing electrolytes that are lost during exercise. Your body’s stores get low on carbs during intense training and ISOFIT+ combats this by providing much needed energy in the form of glucose.
This is #UltimateHydration. This is ISOFIT+.
We answer your
Frequently asked questions
Sports drinks vs Energy drinks – what’s the difference?
Caffeine is the main ingredient in Energy drinks. Caffeine can enhance endurance, but too much of it can cause anxiety and restlessness. Most sports drinks, ISOFIT+ included, do not contain caffeine. Sports drinks contain carbohydrates, in the form of sugar, to provide energy. They are also filled with much-needed vitamins and minerals.
Who should drink sports drinks?
ISOFIT+ has been designed for Athletes and can be safely consumed by anyone older than the age of 4 years. It’s an ideal drink for runners, cyclists, hikers, sportspeople and athletes.
Are sports drinks better than water?
Water should always be our primary source of hydration. That being said, after the first hour of high intensity exercise or prolonged activity, sports drinks should be used to replenish electrolytes. A bottle of THIRSTI’s Natural Spring Water followed by a bottle of ISOFIT+ make for the perfect training combination.
What is the best drink for athletes?
For exercise lasting less than 45 minutes, our Natural Spring Water will make for perfect hydration. The exact amount needed will depend on the individual. For activity lasting an hour or more, Sports drinks, such as ISOFIT+ ensure that you get your much needed electrolytes, carbohydrates, and water. Sports beverages are ideal for fuelling muscles and rehydrating.
What are the benefits of sports drinks?
Sports drinks, such as ISOFIT+, replenish electrolytes, glucose and fluids that are lost during high-intensity exercise. ISOFIT+ enhances endurance and contains B vitamins associated with increased energy, making it a great nutritional electrolyte drink for rehydration during or post-workout.
What happens when your body is low on electrolytes?
Electrolytes are responsible for regulating some critical bodily functions. As a result, when your body’s electrolytes drop, certain functions, such as blood clotting, muscle contractions, acid balance, and fluid regulation become impaired. Always have a THIRSTI water and an ISOFIT+ nearby to hydrate during intense training.