How to Properly Cut Water Weight for a Fight

Summary

In this quick fight tips video, Shane shares advice on cutting weight for a fight or photo shoot. He emphasizes drinking large volumes of water 5 days before the event, gradually reducing intake to one liter on the day itself. Shane advises against high sodium intake to prevent water retention and recommends exercising in heavy clothing to sweat and lose water weight. He warns against cutting more than 10% of body weight for safety and suggests rehydrating with electrolyte-rich drinks like Pedialyte after the weigh-in.

Takeaways

• 💦 Drink two gallons of water 5 days before the fight or photo shoot to start the weight cutting process.
• 💧 Maintain a high water intake, gradually decreasing to one gallon, then 2 liters, and finally one liter as the event approaches.
• 🚫 Avoid consuming too much sodium to prevent water retention, but still include some for necessary water retention.
• 🏃‍♂️ Engage in physical activity wearing heavy clothing to promote sweating and weight loss through water loss.
• 🏋️‍♂️ Use an exercise bike or other forms of exercise for at least 20-30 minutes to ensure consistent sweating.
• 🈲 Refrain from using diuretics for weight cutting, instead focus on natural methods like sweating.
• 💯 Do not exceed a 10% weight cut from your normal body weight for safety reasons.
• 🥤 Replenish electrolytes and rehydrate with drinks like Pedialyte, which contains sodium and is beneficial for rehydration.
• 🍹 Water down energy drinks can also be used for rehydration, as they contain some sodium and sugars to help retain water.
• 🍽 Keep your diet in check leading up to the event, avoiding high sodium foods like french fries.
• 📅 Plan your water and diet intake strategically, starting with high water intake and gradually reducing it while increasing physical activity.

Q & A

What is the main topic of Shane's video?

The main topic of Shane's video is about the proper way to cut weight before a fight or photo shoot.

How much water should one drink 5 days before the fight according to Shane's advice?

According to Shane, one should drink two gallons of water 5 days before the fight.

What is the water intake recommendation for the 4 days before the fight?

Shane recommends drinking two gallons of water 4 days before the fight as well.

What is the amount of water intake suggested for 3 days before the fight?

Three days before the fight, the water intake should be reduced to one gallon.

How much water should be consumed 2 days before the fight?

Two liters of water should be consumed 2 days before the fight.

What is the water intake on the day before the fight or photo shoot?

On the day before the fight or photo shoot, one should only drink enough water to keep their mouth wet.

What dietary advice does Shane give regarding sodium intake while cutting weight?

Shane advises to keep sodium intake low, avoiding foods high in sodium like french fries, to prevent water retention.

What is a recommended method for sweating and losing water weight according to Shane?

Shane recommends wearing heavy clothing and exercising, such as using an exercise bike in an air dy environment, to sweat and lose water weight.

How long should one exercise to maximize sweating for weight loss?

Shane suggests exercising consistently for 20 to 30 minutes to maximize sweating.

What is the maximum percentage of body weight one should not cut according to Shane?

Shane states that cutting more than 10% of one's normal body weight is unsafe and should be avoided.

What are some rehydration methods Shane recommends after cutting weight?

Shane recommends drinking Pedialyte, which contains electrolytes and sodium, and watered-down energy drinks to help rehydrate after cutting weight.