Thirst-Guided hydration may keep Ultra-Runners safer

NCT ID NCT02519764

First seen Nov 19, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 18 times

Summary

This study followed 198 runners in the 2015 Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc to see if drinking only when thirsty ("at thirst") helps maintain normal blood sodium levels compared to other hydration methods. The goal was to understand how different drinking strategies affect sodium balance during extreme endurance events. Results may help runners avoid dangerous sodium imbalances.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CHRU de Nîmes - Hôpital Universitaire Carémeau

    Nîmes, 30029, France

  • CHU de Nice - Hôpital St-Roch

    Nice, 06001, France

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