Fitness Science
Lesson 9 of 15

Hydration in Heat

4 min read•3/19 sections

1% dehydration = 5% cognitive drop.

Technical Breakdown

19-section schema

Definition

Maintaining body water above 99% baseline during play, especially in 35°C+ wet-bulb conditions (UAE, India in summer).

Tactical Use

200-250 ml every 20 minutes; electrolyte mix on bowling days; weight check pre- and post-session.

Common Mistakes & Drills

Drinking only at breaks — too late by then. Cooling vests at drinks intervals.