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Heather Hedrick, registered dietitian and author of the “Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Half-Marathon Training,” has offered the following guidelines to help promote optimal hydration.
Daily: Drink 8-12 cups (8 ounces) of fluid.
Before exercise: Drink 2 to 3 cups of fluid about 2 to 3 hours before your workout, and another cup about 10 to 20 minutes before you begin.
During exercise: Drink at least one cup of fluid every 10-20 minutes.
After exercise: A general rule is to consume 2-3 cups of fluid for every pound of body weight lost during exercise.
Sports drinks: Hedrick says that in addition to water, juices, sports drinks and other beverages count toward this daily fluid goal.
