summer training starts with hydration
Summer is here, and with rising temperatures comes an even greater need to prioritize hydration. Between the Colorado sun, our dry climate, and training at elevation, your body loses fluids faster than you may realize. Staying hydrated isn't just about quenching your thirst—it's one of the most important factors in maximizing performance, supporting recovery, and staying healthy throughout the summer months.
Training at altitude presents unique challenges. The thinner, drier air causes you to lose more water through both breathing and sweat, and because sweat evaporates so quickly in Colorado, it's easy to underestimate how much fluid you're actually losing. Even a small amount of dehydration can impact your performance by increasing your heart rate, decreasing endurance and power output, slowing recovery, and making it more difficult for your body to regulate its temperature.
Just as important as water are electrolytes. When you sweat, you're not only losing fluids—you also lose essential minerals like sodium, potassium, and magnesium that help regulate muscle contractions, nerve function, and fluid balance. Replacing those electrolytes can help reduce cramping, maintain performance during longer workouts, and improve recovery afterward. If you're training outside, completing long endurance sessions, or simply spending a lot of time in the summer heat, adding electrolytes to your hydration routine can make a noticeable difference.
A few easy habits can help you stay ahead:
Drink water consistently throughout the day—not just during your workout.
Start your morning with a glass of water before reaching for your coffee.
Bring a full water bottle to every class and continue hydrating after you finish.
Consider adding electrolytes on hotter days or after particularly sweaty sessions.
Need an easy electrolyte option? We've got you covered! We carry LMNT at the gym, a high-sodium electrolyte drink mix designed to replace what you actually lose through sweat—without any added sugar. Unlike many sports drinks that are loaded with sugar and only small amounts of electrolytes, LMNT is formulated with meaningful amounts of sodium, potassium, and magnesium to help support hydration, muscle function, and recovery.
LMNT is a great option before a workout to start training well-hydrated, during longer sessions to help maintain performance, or after class to replenish what you've lost. It's especially beneficial after a tough HYROX workout, a long run, Murph prep, or any day spent training or enjoying the Colorado sunshine. If you've ever finished a workout with a pounding headache, excessive fatigue, muscle cramps, or felt like you "just couldn't catch up" on water, chances are you needed electrolytes—not just more water.
Hydration is one of the simplest ways to improve how you feel both inside and outside the gym. By staying on top of your water and electrolyte intake, you'll be better prepared to train hard, recover faster, and enjoy everything a Colorado summer has to offer.