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The Truth on Weight Cutting

  • Weight cutting has led to hospitalizations in sports like UFC; athletes attempt to appear lighter to gain competitive advantage.
  • Weight cutting primarily involves losing water weight through methods like saunas, wearing vinyl suits, and taking laxatives, which can lead to serious health issues like dehydration, kidney damage, and heart problems.
  • Common symptoms of dehydration from weight cutting include increased thirst, dizziness, confusion, and faint heartbeats.
  • Post weigh-in, athletes usually rehydrate with solutions like Pedialyte to regain water and electrolytes, aiming to recover strength for the competition.
  • Alternative sustainable methods such as flexible dieting and gradual weight loss are recommended over severe water cutting.
  • Planning diet and weight loss ahead of any competition can lead to healthier and more effective results, allowing gradual weight adjustment without severe health risks.
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