Ep.186: How Sweat Rate Impacts Performance
In this episode, Dina and Bob dig into sweat rate — what it is, how to measure it, and why it matters more than most athletes realize. Bob shares data from a recent sweat rate test during a long run (and felt the consequences). From there, the conversation branches into sex differences in sweat rate, hormone-related shifts across the menstrual cycle, and how testosterone and aging can change the hydration equation.
Topics include:
What is sweat rate?
The wide range of how much athletes sweat
How to calculate your sweat rate with a simple at-home test
Hormones, aging, and heat adaptation—why your hydration needs might shift over time
The cognitive and physical impacts of dehydration
Why understanding your data is the key to better performance
Want to measure your own sweat rate? Grab Dina’s free guide here.
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