Today's true sports drinks are still the classic Gatorade -- packed with the electrolytes potassium, magnesium, calcium, and sodium to provide energy during intense workouts -- as well as competitors such as Cytomax, Allsport, and Accelerade.
Use a little ice. To calm down the muscle spasms, use an ice pack or cool compress on the area youâre experiencing the charley horse. Never apply ice directly, but wrap it in a towel or bandage before placing it on your skin. Do this for 5-15 minutes for the best results.
When a muscle goes into a spasm the pain it causes can be severe. And embarking on a physical activity when you havenât consumed enough fluids nor minerals creates a likely scenario youâll experience one. When you first notice your charley horse, stop what youâre doing and treat it by stretching or massaging the spasm.