When you’re training hard, hydration isn’t just important—it’s essential. Water alone can’t always keep up, especially during intense workouts, hot weather, or when you’re recovering from being sick. That’s where Hydration RTDs (Ready-to-Drink formulas) come in. Packed with essential minerals and energy boosters, these drinks help you stay balanced, energized, and performing at your peak—no matter what challenges you’re up against.
Replenish Electrolytes: Hydration RTDs are loaded with essential electrolytes like sodium, potassium, and magnesium. These minerals help regulate muscle contractions, maintain fluid balance, and prevent dehydration—critical for anyone training hard or working out in the heat. They’re also a lifesaver after illness (think fever or anything that drains your system).
Support Muscle Function: When you’re pushing your limits, your muscles need backup. Electrolytes in hydration drinks help prevent cramps and support smooth, efficient muscle function during even the most intense physical activity.
Quicker Hydration: Hydration RTDs absorb faster than plain water, making them perfect when you’re seriously sweating or already feeling dehydrated. They quickly replace the fluids and minerals your body needs to perform at its best.
Boost Energy During Exercise: Some hydration RTDs include carbohydrates (like simple sugars), giving you an extra source of energy during prolonged or high-intensity workouts. That little boost can help you keep going stronger, longer—whether you’re running, cycling, or pushing through a tough cardio class.
Bounce Back Fast: Recovering from dehydration caused by sickness, heat exhaustion, or overexertion? Hydration RTDs don’t just give you water—they deliver the essential minerals your body needs to bounce back faster and feel better sooner.
Sodium: Keeps fluid levels balanced and supports hydration in hot or high-intensity conditions so you can perform longer without crashing.
Potassium: Works alongside sodium to regulate hydration and muscle activity, plus it helps prevent cramping.
Magnesium: Supports muscle relaxation, nerve function, and cramp prevention to help you recover faster and move better.
Calcium: Important for muscle movement and maintaining hydration balance to keep muscles strong and responsive.
Water: The primary ingredient of all hydration RTDs, water helps transport nutrients and electrolytes throughout the body, ensuring efficient hydration.
Carbohydrates: Look for ingredients like glucose, sucrose, or fructose—especially if you’re doing endurance workouts. These quick-digesting sugars provide energy when you need it most.
Vitamin C: Boosts the immune system, enhances hydration, and acts as an antioxidant to support recovery.
B Vitamins: B6, B12, and other B vitamins help with energy metabolism, reducing fatigue and helping your body make the most of the nutrients you’re consuming post-workout.
Amino Acids (BCAAs): Some RTDs include branched-chain amino acids to promote muscle recovery and limit muscle breakdown after tough workouts.
It’s best to drink water all day long so you never get dehydrated, but here are some other tips for how to properly hydrate.
During Exercise: If you’re pushing past 60 minutes, especially in strength, endurance, or HIIT sessions, hydration drinks help replenish what your body loses through sweat.
After Exercise: Post-workout, your body needs to recover and rehydrate. Drinking an RTD within 30–60 minutes can replenish lost fluids and minerals, helping reduce cramps and support faster recovery so you can hit your next session strong.
In Hot Weather or Intense Activity: Whether you’re working in the yard, hiking, or simply out in the sun, staying hydrated is key. A hydration RTD can help you stay ahead of dehydration before it zaps your energy and performance.
When You’re Feeling Dehydrated: Feeling sluggish, dizzy, or dry-mouthed? These are classic signs of dehydration. Whether it’s from travel, illness, or a busy day, hydration RTDs can help replenish what your body needs to function at its best.
Need a quick, convenient way to level up your hydration? Stop by the REVIVE store at your VASA gym for a variety of hydration drinks ready to fuel your next great workout:
Prime Hydration
Once Upon a Coconut Hydration
When your days are packed and your workouts push your limits, Hydration RTDs help you recover quickly, stay energized, and keep crushing your goals inside and outside the gym.
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