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Electrolyte Loading Protocol

energy · easy · 2 minutes, 1-3x daily

What is Electrolyte Loading Protocol?

Consume a high-sodium electrolyte formula (1000mg sodium, 200mg potassium, 60mg magnesium) in the morning and before exercise to optimize cellular hydration, prevent cramping, and sustain energy. Most people on whole-food diets are sodium-deficient, causing fatigue, brain fog, and poor performance.

Is there evidence for it?

EVIDENCEstrong

How do you do Electrolyte Loading Protocol?

  1. 1.Drink 16-24 oz of electrolyte water within 30 minutes of waking (before coffee)
  2. 2.Pre-load with another serving 90 minutes before any training session lasting 60+ minutes
  3. 3.For heavy sweaters or hot climate: add a third serving during exercise
  4. 4.Target daily minimums: 3-5g sodium, 3.5-4.7g potassium, 400-600mg magnesium from food + supplementation
  5. 5.Make DIY electrolyte drink: 1/2 tsp salt + 1/4 tsp potassium chloride (NoSalt) + squeeze of lemon in 32 oz water

How long does it take?

2 minutes, 1-3x daily.

Is it hard to start?

easy.

Source: LMNT formulation research, Robb Wolf (Wired to Eat), James DiNicolantonio PhD (The Salt Fix)
hydration · sodium · performance · energy · cramping · electrolytes
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