With Practice starting in about a month....please remember: Bring a Water Bottle and Take Regular Breaks • Make sure athletes have a water bottle for every practice and game. • Make sure athletes drink fluids (water is the best option) 30 minutes before the activity begins and every 15-20 minutes during activity. Drinking water after play is equally important. • Establish mandatory water breaks throughout practices and games – don’t wait for a child to tell you he or she is thirsty. Encourage children to stay well hydrated by drinking plenty of water before, during and after play. Drink Enough Water • Encourage athletes to drink the right amount of water. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends: • 5 oz. for an 88-pound child every 20 minutes • 9 oz. for a 132-pound adolescent every 20 minutes • Kids will know if they’re drinking enough water if their urine is clear or the color of lemonade.
Posted on: Sun, 23 Jun 2013 22:13:38 +0000
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