Water vs Sports Drink

Mid-workout, do you reach for water or a sports drink?

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Plain water hydrates with zero sugar, zero calories, and no cost beyond the tap. A sports drink adds electrolytes and fast carbs meant to replace what you sweat out in long or intense sessions. For a quick workout it's a wash; for a two-hour grind the debate heats up.

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