Why does endurance performance diminish when an athlete limits water intake despite increased plasma osmolality?

💡 Explanation

Elevated plasma osmolality triggers osmoreceptors, which stimulate the thirst mechanism, leading to increased fluid intake. Because limiting water intake suppresses gastric emptying and fluid absorption, therefore the athlete experiences decreased endurance, rather than simply affecting glycogen storage or ADH secretion alone.

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