Everyone should be aware drinking too much can have adverse effects and water "only" during a lot of physical activity is not enough to replace key electrolytes and maintaining the balance of serum sodium lost during perspiration. I know you've heard the sports drinks pitch but im talking about replacement without all the added sugars that could cause your insulin levels to go wonky. Also your kidneys excrete am average of 1 liter/hour so if you are over working them you may be putting more strain on them than you should.
I'm not a doctor, just someone who likes to promote good health. I average 125 oz of water on less physical days and 100 oz of water and another 64 oz or so of sugar free electrolyte drinks when outdoors working or exercising.
For the OP, try a sugar free powder mix to add to water or try the sugar free offerings from Powerade or Gatorade.
Last edited by MARCEL; 09/20/20.
