Table 5 Results of the pre-race questionnaire on sodium supplement use. Values are expressed as the percentage of respondents selecting each option.
Question | Answer | Male (n = 19) | Female (n = 9) |
|---|---|---|---|
Do you use sodium supplements during the race? | |||
Yes | 65% | 56% | |
No | 35% | 44% | |
If yes, state the reason: | To prevent cramps | 53% | 44% |
To prevent dehydration | 5% | 0% | |
To prevent hyponatremia | 42% | 56% | |
