Uploaded July 2012 | Updated September 2026, 15 hours ago

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Check out this rap written and performed by a very cool 11-year-old, Brody, who relays through rap the importance of staying hydrated while playing sports.

Dehydration not only hurts performance during activity but can also put a child at risk for a more serious heat-related illness, such as heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Young athletes are at a higher risk than adults for heat illnesses because they absorb heat faster and sweat less (which helps the body cool) than adults.

Visit our website for additional information and tips on how to stay safe while playing sports - safekids.org/sports