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An interview with Brendon McDermott, Ph.D, ATC about:
1. Exertional Heat Stroke
2. Hyponatremia
3. Dehydration and impact on performance
4. Sweat Rates
5. Sodium and electrolyte intake
6. When to drink / hydrate
Brendon is an assistant professor and clinical coordinator in the Entry-Level Graduate Athletic Training Education Program at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. He received his PhD from the University of Connecticut studying exercise science with a research focus on thermal physiology, hydration, and exertional heat stroke.
Brendon’s dissertation was titled “Effect of the Mode of Rehydration on Recovery from Exercise Dehydration: Cardiovascular, Hormonal, and Medical Considerations.”
You can find Brendon’s contact information here: University of Tennesse Chattanooga Profile Page
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