How well do you Hydrate after Exercise?
Researchers are not studying new hydration beverages designed to support recovery after exercise. If you regularly exercise, you may qualify to participate.
Why this Research Matters
Exercise changes hydration
When you exercise, your body loses water and electrolytes through sweat. This temporary dehydration can affect:
- Cardiovascular recovery
• Circulation and cardiac output
• Muscle function and cramp risk
• Heat stress tolerance
Hydration after exercise helps restore the body’s fluid balance and supports recovery.
Traditional sports drinks often rely heavily on sodium, which helps retain fluid but may not be ideal for everyone with frequent use.
Researchers are now studying alternative hydration approaches, including beverages that contain higher potassium and lower sodium levels, to better support hydration while maintaining electrolyte balance.
This study will examine how different hydration beverages affect recovery in active adults.
What is this Study about?
Scientists are evaluating two investigational hydration beverages designed to support post-exercise hydration. Compared with many traditional sports drinks, these beverages contain:
- Up to 33% less sodium
- More potassium to support electrolyte balance
Potassium plays an important role in:
- Fluid balance
- Muscle function
- Nerve signaling
Researchers want to understand whether beverages with higher potassium levels may help support hydration and recovery after exercise.
Who may Qualify?
You may be eligible if you:
- Are 18–65 years of age
- Are in generally good health and non-diabetics
- Perform moderate to intense aerobic exercise
- Exercise between 30-150 minutes per week
Additional criteria will be reviewed during screening. All visits are conducted by our trained research staff.
What's involved
- Screening visit
- 4 Study visits lasting –9 hours
- Participation over approximately 4 weeks
- Aerobic exercise on an exercise bike
- Multiple blood draws post-exercise
All study procedures will be explained in detail during the informed consent process. Participants are compensated ($800) for their time and travel.
Location: 275 Dundas St, London Ontario
Your Safety Comes First
This study is Health Canada-approved and reviewed by an independent ethics board. All participants are carefully monitored throughout the study.
Participants will be compensated $800 for their time.
Why Participate?
- Contribute to advancing nutrition science
- Learn more about hydration and exercise recovery
- Be part of advancing health research
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