08/29/2026
Hydration plays an important role in how you feel and perform during your workout. Your body uses water to help regulate temperature, transport nutrients, lubricate joints, and support normal muscle and cardiovascular function.
You don’t have to wait until you feel thirsty to drink. Make hydration part of your routine throughout the day, especially before, during, and after exercise.
💧 BEFORE YOUR WORKOUT: Start drinking water throughout the day so you’re not beginning your workout already dehydrated.
💧 DURING YOUR WORKOUT: Take regular water breaks, especially during longer or more intense workouts. How much you need will depend on the intensity of your workout, the temperature, how much you sweat, and your individual needs.
💧 AFTER YOUR WORKOUT: Continue drinking fluids after exercising to help replace what you lost through sweat.
💧 DON’T OVERDO IT: More water is not always better. Drinking excessive amounts of water in a short period of time can also be dangerous. The goal is consistent, balanced hydration, not forcing yourself to drink as much as possible.
🧂 WHAT ABOUT ELECTROLYTES: Electrolytes like sodium, potassium, and magnesium help regulate fluid balance and support normal muscle and nerve function. For most everyday workouts, water and a balanced diet are enough. Electrolytes may be beneficial during longer or more intense workouts, hot conditions, or when you’re sweating heavily.
A simple way to stay on top of hydration is to keep a water bottle with you and sip regularly throughout the day rather than trying to catch up all at once.
And remember: hydration needs are different for everyone. Factors such as body size, activity level, environment, sweating, diet, and overall health can all affect how much fluid you need.
Bottom line: Don’t wait until you’re thirsty and halfway through your workout to think about hydration. 💧 Make it part of your everyday routine!