by Chris Freytag June 23rd, 2009 Link to full article below
Most of us have memorized this rule: Drink eight 8-ounce glasses of water a day. But did you know that the human body is made up of about 66 percent water? We are more than half water — so staying well hydrated is essential when being active outdoors. But how much water you need, and when you need it, really depends on the length and intensity of your workout.
For example, a casual stroll while chatting with a friend is a very different half hour spent than one of fast, high intensity walking or jogging. And as the mercury rises outdoors, proper hydration is even more important.
Hydration improves endurance
To read the full article: http://blog.gaiam.com/blog/how-much-water-do-you-need-when-working-out/
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