Precision Fuel & Hydration

Precision Fuel & Hydration provides tools and products that help endurance athletes plan hydration and fuelling more accurately. Their electrolyte range is available in different sodium concentrations, allowing athletes to select options that better reflect individual sweat losses.

In addition to hydration products, they offer energy gels, drinks, and chews designed to support prolonged endurance efforts in running, cycling, and other high-demand training sessions.

Are Precision Fuel & Hydration electrolytes batch tested for sport?

Yes. Precision Fuel & Hydration products are independently batch tested for substances on the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list. Batch certification can be provided on request.

What do Precision Hydration drinks taste like?

Most Precision Hydration products have a mild citrus-style flavour. The electrolyte capsules are flavourless, as they are intended to be swallowed with water. Feedback from athletes commonly describes the drinks as lightly flavoured rather than sweet or overpowering.

The colour coding on the packaging indicates the sodium concentration of each product, ranging from lower to higher sodium content.

Where are Precision Hydration products made?

• All-natural drink mixes and electrolyte capsules are produced in the UK
  
• Effervescent tablets are manufactured in Germany and the USA
  

What ingredients are in the PH 500 / 1000 / 1500 drink mixes?

The all-natural drink mixes contain a small number of ingredients, with sodium being the primary electrolyte. Sodium is provided as sodium citrate, which is generally easier to consume in larger volumes and is often better tolerated during long or hot exercise.

The formulas also include low levels of potassium, calcium, and magnesium, similar to typical sweat losses. Small amounts of citric acid and vitamin C are included for taste and product stability. The carbohydrate source is simple cane sugar, and flavouring comes from natural fruit extracts.

These drink mixes contain no artificial ingredients and are suitable for vegetarians and vegans. They are also gluten-free, dairy-free, and GMO-free. All products are Informed Sport / Informed Choice certified.

Why do the all-natural drink mixes contain sugar?

The drink mixes include a small amount of carbohydrate to support fluid absorption. When sodium and glucose are combined, water uptake in the gut is improved through a well-established physiological mechanism known as sodium–glucose co-transport.

The carbohydrate content is low and the drinks are hypotonic, meaning they are designed for hydration rather than energy delivery. Each serving provides a modest amount of carbohydrate and calories, so most athletes will still need additional fuel from other nutrition sources during longer sessions.

What should I drink before I start sweating?

Hydration status before exercise plays an important role in performance. Consuming fluids with sodium before long, hot, or intense sessions can help improve fluid retention.

This approach—often referred to as pre-loading—has been studied in both athletic and occupational settings. Simply drinking large amounts of plain water before exercise may dilute sodium levels, which can increase the risk of hyponatremia.

Why do cramps occur during exercise, and how can they be reduced?

Exercise-associated muscle cramps can have multiple causes, including high sodium losses through sweat. Athletes who cramp during long or hot sessions may benefit from increasing sodium intake before, during, and after exercise.

Electrolyte intake can be adjusted either through food or supplements. When using electrolyte products, it’s important to ensure the sodium content is sufficient to meaningfully replace sweat losses, which are often higher than what standard low-dose electrolyte tablets provide.