Intense training, especially in the humid summer months will take a toll on you.

You are sweating excessively, losing sodium, electrolytes, minerals.

Drinking water during your workouts will keep you going, but it's not enough for post-training hydration to replenish the electrolytes you've lost. To recover properly and get your energy back, you need something more substantial.

Here are the 3 best natural post-training hydration options.

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1. Watermelon

Watermelon is hands-down the best way to rehydrate after an intense session.

It's packed with natural electrolytes and will work almost immediately to restore your energy.

Watermelon is in season from May to September and fairly cheap. One watermelon per week will keep you hydrated after training.

Put it in the fridge and chill it. There is nothing better than a cold watermelon to provide you with post-training rehydration.

2. Coconut Water

If watermelon isn't your thing or you need something portable, coconut water is another great choice.

It's widely available and loaded with electrolytes to rehydrate you post-training.

3. Homemade Juice

For a personalized rehydration, nothing beats a homemade juice.

You can use a blender or a juicer and a number of fruits.

The beauty of homemade juice is that you can mix and match ingredients to suit your taste. Stock up on supplies, whip up a batch and keep it in the fridge for a grab-and-go after every training session.

Final Thoughts

Any of these options will replenish your electrolytes and restore your energy. So rehydrate and recover faster after every training session.