How do I help prevent Cramps?

Question:

Short Answer:

Cramps can be common when going through our programming as the loss of fluids and/or electrolytes can cause the immobilizing pain. Luckily, by emphasizing adequate hydration and certain mineral consumption, you can ward off muscle cramps.

Longer Answer:

First and foremost, we recommend ensuring you are consuming enough high-quality H20. We recommend drinking half your body-weight in ounces + 32 on top (for a max of 150oz/day unless you sweat profusely and/or are outside in hot temps often). So for a 200lbs person that is 132oz/day. If you are on top of your hydration game, make sure you are getting plenty of the following minerals:

Sodium: Place a pinch of Pink Himalayan Sea Salt in your water throughout the day. This can help your body retain and utilize all that proper hydration. Plus, you will find 84 additional trace minerals in PHSS, compared to regular table salt.
Potassium: By following any of our Fit Father/Mother programming, you will be eating many potassium-rich foods. These foods include: Broccoli, Spinach, Avocado, Sweet Potatoes, and (less ripe) Bananas.
Magnesium: Similar to Potassium, many foods on our plans contain adequate Magnesium. These sources include: Sprouted Grains, Nuts, Leafy Greens, and Cacao. Plus, we recommend taking 200-400mg of Magnesium daily as an additional supplement. This can be found as a standalone supplement or can be found in our many FFP and FMP supplements.
Electrolyte Mixes: While we recommend ensuring proper hydration/mineral consumption, if still looking for an alternative, choosing an Electrolyte mix that contains these minerals is also an option. Real food always takes precedent but brands like Nuun and Ultima are cleaner sources that use natural sweeteners (opposed to artificial sweeteners) when looking for a quicker option.

Yours in Health & Friendship,

- The Fit Mother Project
Customer Success Team

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