They may not bring the benefits you think...
found that contrary to popular belief, sodium supplementation does not prevent cramping, dehydration, and nausea.
Research just doesn’t support the benefit of taking sodium supplements for ultrarunners, Hoffman says. Sodium in itself is not a fuel source that will help power your run, and even though a lot of sodium may be lost in sweat during a long bout of exercise, a typical race diet will generally provide enough to make up for it. This can throughlike sports drinks, chews, or gels that already contain sodium, or foods found at aid stations like pretzels or sandwiches.
“Other sodium that is stored in the body in bone and connective tissue can be mobilized to support that deficit,” Hoffman said. “Our work has shown that no sodium supplements are required for an ultramarathon in hot conditions lasting 15 to 30 hours.”Her love of all things outdoors came from growing up in the Black Hills of South Dakota, and her passion for running was sparked by local elementary school cross-country meets.
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