Sweating helps cool the body during exercise by evaporating sweat from the skin. If a person is not properly hydrated, their body cannot adequately cool down through sweating which can lead to overheating. Drinking water and sports drinks is important to stay hydrated during and after exercise since dehydration occurs when sweat loss exceeds fluid intake. It is recommended to drink 16 ounces of water 1-2 hours before exercise, then drink 8 ounces of water or sports drinks every 15-20 minutes during exercise lasting over an hour and for at least 24 ounces after exercise.

1. The purpose of sweating is
to help cool your body
down during exercise. If
you are not properly
hydrated then you body
cannot adequately cool
down which can lead to
over heating.
If sweat loss exceeds fluid
intake, this will lead to
dehydration
You need water in blood to
help transport oxygen,
carbohydrates, and
nutrients to muscle.
Fluid needs increase with exercise
Gatorades are good to drink along with water
during activity that last longer than one
hour. It is not needed for exercise any
shorter than that.
8 oz every 15-20 minutes after exercise – no less than 24 oz
Drink 16 oz of water 1-2 hours before exercise
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2. Fluid needs increase with exercise

3. Drink 16 oz of water 1-2 hours before exercise
8 oz every 15-20 minutes after exercise – no less than 24 oz