10 Dehydration Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #8: Muscle Cramps
Muscles require a balance between water and electrolytes to function properly. When this balance becomes disrupted, they may start to cramp-up, especially during exercise.
Any muscle may be affected but usually, the calves are the first ones to fatigue during exercise, causing them to cramp-up. It is important to drink water when performing demanding work-out routines to prevent this from happening.
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