How Does Hydration Status Affect Athletic Performance? What Precautions Should

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Essay

How does hydration status affect athletic performance? What precautions should be taken by an athlete who is exercising in hot weather? Describe how dehydration can affect cool-weather athletes,such as skiers and biatheletes.

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