In professional soccer, the difference between winning and losing can come down to the smallest details—including hydration. Katie Norton, Director of Sports Performance for Sacramento Republic FC, knows this better than anyone. For the past three seasons, the club has been using MAGNAK to fuel their players during training, matches, and travel. The result? A dramatic decrease in muscle cramps—so much so that last season, not a single player had to leave a match due to cramping.

But what makes MAGNAK so effective?

The Science Behind MAGNAK

A clinical study published in the Journal of Exercise and Nutrition sheds light on why MAGNAK is a game-changer. Researchers found that MAGNAK, a magnesium-rich electrolyte mix, significantly reduces muscle cramps in endurance athletes. The study, conducted on half-marathon runners, revealed that:

  • Athletes who hydrated with water alone—46% experienced muscle cramps.
  • Athletes who used MAGNAK—only 21% had cramps, cutting the incidence by more than half.
  • Severe cramps were reduced from 20% (water) to just 9% (MAGNAK).

This isn’t just about hydration; it’s about optimizing muscle function. Magnesium plays a critical role in muscle contraction and recovery, yet most sports drinks overlook it. MAGNAK delivers 100mg of elemental magnesium per serving, along with sodium and potassium, creating an optimal hydration formula for peak performance.

From Research to Results

For Sacramento Republic FC, the benefits of MAGNAK extend beyond numbers. The ability to keep players on the field—without the interruptions of cramping—has been crucial as they push toward a championship. By maintaining hydration at an elite level, they ensure their athletes can perform at their peak, game after game.

As Norton puts it, “We’re grateful for all they do to keep our players healthy and hydrated.” And with a science-backed formula that keeps cramps at bay, it’s clear why Sacramento Republic FC continues to trust MAGNAK as their go-to hydration solution.

When it comes to staying in the game, hydration matters. And for athletes who refuse to be sidelined by muscle cramps, MAGNAK is proving to be the ultimate game-changer.

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Dr. Sourabh Kharait, MD, PhD.
Dr. Kharait’s sports nutrition blog is created from his “real-world” clinical experience as a Renal and Electrolyte Specialist (Nephrologist). An author of multiple, original peer-reviewed journal articles within this field for the last decade, and an inventor of numerous patented electrolyte formulas, he strives to be on the leading edge of electrolyte science for both athletes and those suffering from gut disorders. Learn more about how electrolytes interact with our body, including calcium, sodium, potassium and magnesium. Blog posts and articles related to performance and health are here to help, educate, and inform.