As the weather gets warmer, I remind the Ravens football players
how important it is to stay hydrated when they exercise.
Hydration affects our coordination, balance and ability to
exercise or play for a long time. For the football players, they
need to hydrate before, during and after their workouts. Some of
the Ravens players weigh over 300 pounds and can lose over five
pounds after they exercise. This is not healthy and can affect
how much weight they are able to lift, how fast they can run
during practice and how they concentrate when they study their
new playbooks. It is important to remember to drink water during
the school day. You also need to hydrate before exercise or
playing so you won’t get dehydrated or injured. Many kids forget
to drink fluids during school because they are not able to carry
bottles of water in school. If you are able to drink a glass of
water with your lunch or snack, this could be the first step in
making sure that you stay hydrated. Sometimes the Ravens will
tell me that they