India, June 27 -- For an athlete, stamina is crucial for performance, and hydration acts as one of its main, foundational pillars. Irrespective of the kind of athlete you are, whether you are training for a marathon or regularly play a competitive sport, the right strategy helps you with endurance, recovery, and performance.ALSO READ: Should you eat fruits in the morning? Dietician clears common myths about timing, hydration and detox

Nutritionist Kinita Kadakia Patel, metabolic reset and body transformation specialist, told HT Lifestyle that hydration is much more nuanced than simply drinking more water. This advice can be reductive, especially for athletes, because proper hydration also involves maintaining the right balance of fluids ...