Fluid and electrolyte balance in elite gaelic football players.

摘要: The aim of this study was to investigate fluid and electrolyte balance in elite Gaelic Football players (n=20) during a typical training session warm environment (16 18 degrees C, 82-88% humidity). Pre-training urine samples were used determine hydration status. Sweat sodium concentration collected from four body site locations using absorbent patches. mean sweat rate per hour 1.39 l x h(-1) mass loss 1.1%. Mean concentrations 35 mmol l(-1) (range 19-52 l(-1)). On average, did not drink enough match their rates (p<0.001) deficit related pre-training status (p= 0.67). A single strategy based on published guidelines may be suitable for an entire team due variations individual rates. Maximising player performance could better achieved by accurate quantification losses.