Running Question

What is salt good for when running ?  When and how often should I take it?

Kim

You don't need salt unless you're running for more than a few hours. It's to replace your electrolytes so you don't cramp.

In an IM I take a gel before the swim...and my infinit custom drink I have like 425mg of sodium per hour. If I feel like I need to, I'll take a salt stick capsule which has 215 sodium.

I use egels when I run, which have 230 mg of sodium.

Thank you, Sherry.