Hanah Mills interviews Sports Dietitian, Alan McCubbin, about the complexities of electrolyte and sodium requirements for endurance athletes. He explains the limited research in this area, the role of sodium in hydration and performance, and the importance of balancing sodium intake with fluid replacement. The conversation also covers practical recommendations for sodium supplementation, the impact of hydration on performance, and more. 

(0:39 ) - Why Is Understanding Electrolyte Requirements So Difficult?

(6:35 ) - Does Your Salt Intake Change How Much Salt You Sweat?

(12:02 ) - What Are the Main Electrolytes & Their Roles in the Body?

(21:13 ) - Why Is Sodium So Important for Athletes?

(26:57 ) - Negative Effects of Being Dehyrated for Athletes

(25:34 ) - Who Would Benefit From Electrolytes?

(39:34 ) - How to Work Out Your Sweat Rate / Sodium Losses & Why This Varies So Much Between People

(47:07 ) - Sodium Intake Guidelines

(55:31 ) - Are There Negative Effects of Supplementing With Sodium if Its Not Necessary?

(1:01:06 ) - Sodium for Hyperhydration

(1:07:05 ) - Does Sodium Supplementation Help With Recovery?

(1:16:49 ) - Does Sodium Supplementation Help to Prevent Cramping?

(1:24:56 ) - Key Areas People Should Look Into Their Sodium Replacement

Alan McCubbin: @fuelingendurance

Hanah Mills: @hanahmills