Water is the most abundant, yet possibly the most overlooked, substance in the body. The body's fluid status is a truly delicate balance, so much so that experts rank water second only to oxygen as essential for life. Water plays a vital role in all bodily processes by providing a universal medium for chemical reactions, lubrication, nutrient delivery, waste disposal, heat dispersion and temperature regulation. In order to consider what fluids to drink, when to …
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…frequent intervals helps optimize hydration. * The World Health Organization recommends drinking 6 to 8 large glasses a water a day. But it must be remembered that this is only to maintain normal fluid balance and does not take into account the extra fluid demands of exercise. Drink at least half a liter of water before exercise to ensure your fluid levels are up to start and then continue taking in as much as you can during exercise.