Question:
Water Consumption.....AND the gym

Do we need to drink more water when we go to the gym? I know the goal is 64oz each day; but if I drink 20oz at the gym because I'm working out; does that mean I need to drink an additional 20oz because I'm sweating and working out...so whaat I drank at the gym doesn't count cause it's just replacing what I sweated out?    — hatda (posted on January 11, 2008)

January 11, 2008
LOL ah, dont think so... I was told that 64 oz would suffice. I work out every day and drink between 40-64 oz water a day.. ugh I know, dont get my 64oz of water every day. Good Luck! Lax
   — 502Laxi

January 11, 2008
The idea is to keep yourself properly hydrated. The "64 oz" rule is probably there for folks who have had "recent" surgery and need rules to live by before life gets back to normal. Even at that, it's just a "rule of thumb"; a little more, a little less, that's OK too. If you are going to the gym on a regular basis, you are probably well along the path to normalcy. "Listen" to your body. When you feel thirsty, drink! If you are feeling like you are filled to the gills, stop drinking so much.
   — [Deactivated Member]

January 12, 2008
It's all about water balance.... if you are going to the gym and working out an hour a day, even with the most strenuous exercise, it's unlikely that you are producing 20oz of sweat. You should always drink when exercising because its important to replenish not just water but electrolytes.... but unless you are doing prolonged exercising in high heat for a prolonged amount of time, you don't need to add another 20oz. It *is* possible to drink too much water. You aren't anywhere near it with 64oz even if you added another 20oz, but there is a such thing as too much water and it can kill you. Google "water intoxication" if you are interested. It's interesting stuff to know. :) Best wishes.
   — mrsidknee