09/02/2026
Water Wednesday: being surrounded by cool water does not mean your body is staying hydrated. Paddling creates effort and heat, and cooler water or air can make thirst easier to overlook.
Start hydrated, drink when you are safely off the rapid, and continue afterward. Longer, hotter, high-sweat sessions may also call for electrolytes; needs vary by athlete, conditions, and intensity.
Hydrate. Elevate.