Pre and post-workout salt intake?

Pre and post-workout salt intake is crucial, especially for individuals who lose substantial amounts of salt through sweating during exercise. Dr. Andrew Huberman and Dr. Andy Galpin suggest a straightforward guideline of consuming 500 milligrams of salt before and 500 milligrams after your workout. This amount can be adjusted depending on the intensity and duration of the exercise, and the conditions such as heat and humidity 1.

If you're engaging in a longer or more intense workout, or if it's particularly hot, you can consider increasing the salt intake slightly during the workout as well, potentially up to about 300 milligrams 2. This approach helps to replenish the sodium lost through sweat and supports optimal hydration and muscle function during recovery.