“Did you know water makes up over half of who we are? It has many important jobs like lubricating our tissues, regulating our temperature and providing important minerals to our bodies. Most adults need around 12 cups of water a day. While about 4 cups of this requirement is met by the food we eat, most adults still need to drink 8 cups to make up the difference. Fluid needs for adults are estimated at 30-40mL of water per kilogram of bodyweight. Not meeting your daily water needs will effect your performance in the gym and your ability to recover. Try drinking an 8-12 ounce glass of water first thing in the morning before consuming anything else to get a jump start on your daily hydration needs.”