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Even mild dehydration may increase subjective pain and fatigue during exercise

  • Mild hypohydration (~1% body mass loss) increases pain sensitivity and fatigue, affecting exercise performance and endurance.
  • Research suggests that pain increases by 13%, pain unpleasantness by 12%, and pain tolerance decreases by 8% with mild hypohydration.
  • During the menstrual cycle, hypohydration's impact on pain perception does not significantly vary, though thirst levels do.
  • Mild hypohydration is common among athletes and can occur without noticeable symptoms; hydration strategies often underestimate needed fluid intake.
  • Recommended daily fluid intake is about 3-4 liters, varying with individual sweat rates and environmental conditions.
  • Optimizing hydration includes consuming fluid throughout the day, hydrating before exercise, and adjusting intake based on exercise intensity and sweat loss.
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