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Drink up!

Proper hydration helps drive peak performance.

Drink up!

Proper hydration helps drive peak performance.

You can never start hydration too early

Growing athletes seeking peak performance must make sure they are always fully hydrated, not just when playing their sport.

“You can never start hydration too early,” explained Evan Werk, MD, Banner Health sports medicine and family medicine physician. “A constant and consistent level of hydration will improve performance.”

In fact, experts say athletes who are fully hydrated perform better than those who are dehydrated. Specific recommendations for hydration can vary based on every athlete, their level of activity, and the environment in which they are playing.

Read more from Dr. Werk about smart hydration practices, including water versus sports drinks, for your young athlete.

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You do your best to keep your young sports star healthy and injury-free. But if injuries happen or a check-up to discuss prevention is needed, Banner Health’s sports medicine experts are in your corner. We treat you and your young sports star with compassion and a commitment to their comfort, care and recovery.

We want to see you back at the top of your game as quickly and safely as possible. Learn more about the conditions we treat and how we screen for and diagnose sports injuries and musculoskeletal pain.

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Drink up!

Drink up!

You can never start hydration too early

Offering support for youth athletes

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Even the biggest fans of youth sports stars can use some pointers now and then