Whether you’re trying to burn fat or gain muscle, what you do in terms of exercise, diet and the time you rest in between workouts makes all difference. We all know that working out is great for boosting strength, slimming down and toning up, but unless you want to deal with ongoing muscle soreness, fatigue and poor performance, it’s important to pay attention to muscle recovery “dos and don’ts.” How many days off from training should you take each week? What should you eat post-workout? Let’s find out below.

Hyponatremia means low sodium levels in the blood. It’s the opposite of the condition called hypernatremia, in which sodium levels are very high. Both conditions often occur when patients are staying in the hospital. This is especially true if they are receiving fluid intravenously, have an existing condition like kidney or heart disease, or are in critical care. Surveys have found that hyponatremia develops in 15 percent to 30 percent of all patients during hospital stays. Hyponatremia and related electrolyte imbalances can develop during exercise or in extreme heat, when