When it comes to achieving your fitness goals, whether to gain muscle, lose weight or simply stay healthy, hydration and protein intake can play a vital role. We reveal why hydration is a pillar in the development of a healthy body, and why it’s important to combine it with quality whey protein consumption!
1 – Water, an essential element in the composition of our body
You may not know it, but for those who do, it’s always good to be reminded: 60% of our body is made up of water! All our organs, muscles… need this water to function properly.
Here we have the first clue as to why regular hydration is essential for a healthy body: water plays a crucial role in many of our body’s physiological processes: regulating body temperature, transporting nutrients, eliminating toxins and maintaining water balance…
When we engage in physical activity or sport, these different processes experience a peak of activity and require intense hydration in order to function properly.
By sweating during an exercise session, our body loses water: if not compensated for, this loss of water leads to dehydration, which can cause premature and intense fatigue during exercise, increasing the risk of injury and, in the most extreme cases, discomfort.
As you can see, hydration during physical activity is an essential part of your sports session. This hydration doesn’t have to be a one-off, intense event, no, it has to be regular and in small quantities to avoid stomach discomfort.
For greater efficiency, remember to moisturize throughout the day, even when you’re not planning any particular effort.
Good hydration will make you feel much more comfortable in your sleep, for your skin, your hair…
2 – What about protein?
Proteins are theessential building blocksof muscles, bones, skin and other body tissues.
During sport, our muscles undergo micro-tears which require repair and growth to become stronger. This is where proteins come in.
Whey protein is rapidly assimilated by the body and offers a complete amino acid profile, including BCAAs.
One to two servings of whey protein after training will provide your muscles with the nutrients they need to recover and grow.
For an optimal post-workout shaker, we recommend combining 2 servings of Natiwé whey protein with 200 ml of water.
If you’re still thirsty after this shaker, drink clear water. Stretch your muscles to improve flexibility and achieve a feeling of well-being.
