Hydration Unveiled

NIX is taking the guessing out of hydration with a wearable, single-use sensor

Taking the guessing out of hydration

Millions of athletes are guessing their hydration needs and getting it wrong, with substantial consequences. No longer. With proprietary technology developed at Harvard, and with the world’s leading hydration experts and physiologists, Nix is developing a single use hydration sensor that informs athletes’ hydration strategy: when to drink, what to drink, and how much to drink.

Measure what matters

Nix is empowering athletes to optimize their performance by tracking and understanding their personalized hydration needs. The Nix sensor provides real-time information to athletes about:

When to drink
What to drink
How much to drink

Material Wearables

Nix is taking a materials science approach to wearable technologies. Our bioengineered platform enables single-use sensors for a range of consumer diagnostic applications. Nix is currently developing its initial product: a wearable hydration sensor designed to monitor hydration that empowers athletes to manage their hydration status in real-time. Spun out of Harvard, Nix aims to empower athletes to be their best by eliminating hurdles to success.

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October 10th was Mental Health Awareness Day, a day that means a lot to Nix as we stand by all of those who are battling through mental hurdles. Here is an inspirational article about a Rich Roll, a man who turned his life around at the age of 40 when he went vegan and began endurance training. 12 years later, Rich has now become a successful endurance athlete and uses his own podcast forum to raise mental health awareness and help others through their own journeys. Thanks Rich!

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Rich Roll Is the Guru of Reinvention

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He overcame addiction and workaholism to become an elite endurance athlete and star podcast host. As he sees it, it's never too late to start over on the path to a more balanced life.

Here is a quick read with some valuable tips for building up heat tolerance during these humid months. In addition to maintaining a good hydration status, it is important to play with your exercise intensity and duration. Increasing exposure by exercising outdoors (which is common nowadays!) is also one of the best ways to build up tolerance.

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Here’s Why Some Runners Can Handle the Heat Better Than Others

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Slogging through hot summer miles? You’re not alone—but here’s what you can do to make it easier.

Dehydration issues can be difficult to explain, and even more difficult to predict. With team sports coming back and re-conditioning of athletes being done in the hot summer sun, it is important to hydrate as much as possible to avoid incidents like this one faced by Jets' player Brian Poole.

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Jets' Poole misses practice after dehydration issue

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Adam Gase isn’t a doctor, nor does he play one on TV — or even in the Jets' locker room. But the head coach seemed at a loss to explain the recent events surrounding Brian Poole. The fifth-year co...

Sad but important story about how quickly a heat illness can turn tragic. A key takeaway here is that any outdoor job, or even an indoor position with insufficient air conditioning, can be at high-risk for heat illness in the summer months.

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Postal Workers Are Dying In Heat Waves. It’s Only Going To Get Hotter.

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USPS letter carrier Peggy Frank never made it home on a 117-degree day. As temperatures soar, jobs like hers will become more and more dangerous.

It's National Hydration Day! In addition to having a celebratory drink of water, be sure to check out this article about heat acclimatization. Two weeks of training for 60-90 minutes a day in a hot environment is generally all it takes to adapt, and the benefits can carry over into the fall marathon/competition season. Stay safe and hydrated out there!
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The training benefits of running in really hot weather - Canadian Running Magazine

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How running in the heat can make you faster in the fall

Interesting short article about habits that can make you a stronger runner. Steady consumption of water throughout the day and constant monitoring of urine color are two easy ways to improve hydration and cardio strength.

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6 habits of highly effective runners - Canadian Running Magazine

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The six simple steps to consistent training

With many of us forced to exercise outside in these summer months, and even if you were already doing so, it is important to learn how to manage heat stress. This article offer tips based on temperature ranges that will help you safely learn the limits of your own body.

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How to Handle Running in the Heat (No Matter How High the Temps Get)

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As the mercury rises, running doesn’t need to be a total sufferfest. Here’s how to deal.

Nice quick guide to staying hydrated while locked in at home. The "divide your body weight in half and drink that many fluid ounces each day" approach isn't perfect, but it is a good start. https://runnersworld.com/nutrition-weight-loss/… ... See MoreSee Less

Are You Drinking Enough Water? Your Hydration Questions, Answered

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Does your pee really need to be clear? We tapped two experts for a hydration 101.

Calling all endurance athletes! We want to know a little bit about HOW and WHERE you want to view your data. Our survey will only take a few minutes, and your responses will go a long way to helping us deliver the best product possible. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Y3C6HTK

Calling all endurance athletes! We want to know a little bit about HOW and WHERE you want to view your data. Our survey will only take a few minutes, and your responses will go a long way to helping us deliver the best product possible. ... See MoreSee Less