The Podium

Author: Dr. Kevin Sprouse

Welcome to The Podium, a production of Podium Sports Medicine. This discussion was created as a resource for the patients in our practice, where we have the pleasure of working with a small group of professional athletes and high-performing individuals from around the world. Our podcast dissects the principles of performance for our patients, and then disseminates pertinent, actionable information with them in mind.
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Genres: Health & Fitness, Medicine, Sports

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Hydration for Performance: Strategies and Science with Beth Schwartz
Monday, 21 July, 2025

In this episode of The Podium, Dr. Kevin Sprouse is joined by performance dietitian Beth Schwartz to explore one of the most foundational and often overlooked elements of performance, hydration. With experience working across NCAA sports and now with the Chicago Cubs, Beth brings practical, real-world insights to help athletes optimize fluid intake for better training, recovery, and sleep.Together, they unpack simple and science-backed strategies for tracking hydration using body weight, urine color, and sodium loss. They also break down the roles of electrolytes, carbohydrates, and sweat composition — especially in hot or high-stakes environments — and how to build a sustainable hydration routine that supports long-term performance. Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a professional athlete, this episode offers actionable advice to help you stay sharp, strong, and well-fueled every day.