Is hydration really the cause of cramping?

💪 New research suggests that muscle cramps during marathons may not just be caused by dehydration and electrolyte imbalances.

🧐 In fact, a study published in the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research found that muscle damage and a lack of strength training may also play a role.

🏃‍♂️ Don't just focus on hydration - make sure to include strength training in your routine to prevent muscle cramps on race day. 🏅

Full read: PMID: 32796418

https://journals.lww.com/nsca-jscr/Fulltext/2022/06000/Muscle_Cramping_in_the_Marathon__Dehydration_and.22.aspx

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