Electrolytes for Hockey

Who this is for

Hockey players and figure skaters who train or play in ice rinks, where the cold air can make it easy to forget how much you're actually sweating under the gear.

When to use electrolytes

Before stepping on the ice, between periods or shifts, and after practice or games.

Why hydration matters here

Full hockey gear is heavy and insulating, and skating is a genuinely high-intensity sport — the cold rink air can mask how much you're sweating, which is part of why hockey players sometimes underestimate their fluid loss compared to athletes in obviously hot conditions.

Why sugar-free and caffeine-free is relevant — and optimal

Between periods isn't the time for a sugar crash right before your next shift, and caffeine-free means you can hydrate the same way whether it's an early-morning practice or a late-night game.