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Electrolytes: Essential Functions for Optimal Health

Designs for Health

An imbalance in these electrolytes can disrupt normal bodily functions and may lead to symptoms like headaches, fatigue, or even severe conditions. It has been shown that a loss of body mass of over 2% due to water deficit can disrupt athletic performance, mood, attention, executive functioning, and motor coordination.

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How to Become More Athletic in 7 Simple Steps

The Sporting

Conditioning your body for peak athletic performance will help you to feel motivated and progress quickly. Condition Your Body Where It Matters It's best to condition all of your muscles, regardless of your sport or activity. Dehydration can cause fatigue, cramps, headaches and impaired coordination.

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Sleep Lesson Plans For Students

PLT4M

Common Sleep Disorders – How various conditions disrupt standard sleep patterns, leading to various physical and mental health issues. Physical Health and Immune System Support: Beyond the mental benefits, sleep is essential for maintaining our physical health.

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COVID-19’s Impact on Youth Physical Activity

Spark PE

Of particular importance are the effects of moderate-intensity physical activity on functioning of the immune system, which protects us from viral and bacterial infections. Physical activity helps the immune system detect infections early and reduce the severity [SJ5] of infections. Sports Medicine. 2021 Apr 20:1-14.