We've all been there before. Maybe you're feeling sluggish. A headache wraps around your skull. You're fatigued and cranky. And when you share your concerns with friends or family you likely get the response, \"Yeah, I understand but did you drink any water?\".<\/p>\n
That question\u00a0isn't<\/em> the health equivalent of the IT guy or gal asking if you've checked to make sure your computer is plugged in, it's an important question we should always ask ourselves. And the question is asked often because lack of it is usually the cause of several annoyances.<\/p>\n Before you plan on starting a day hike or going for a long trekking adventure, your first thought should be, \"how much water do I need for a hike?\". Trust me\u2014there's nothing worse than being halfway through a hike, parched, with a bone-dry water bottle. So let's dive in and figure out exactly how much water you need for hiking.<\/p>\n It's a toasty day. The heat from the sun hugs you intently as beads of sweat bead up from your pores. You retrieve your water bottle and unscrew the lid. Your lips stick together as you open them for that refreshing, revitalizing splash of H20 and ... nothing. Uh oh.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n Even though the prospect of adventure draws you in like a magnet, hiking with dehydration feels awful and is dangerous. Retreating with a sluggish pace and no gas in your tank flat-out sucks. The last thing we need is to suffer serious dehydration and risk fainting, being exposed to the elements. A key element to remember with water consumption is to take in more water than you lose.<\/p>\n Whether you're taking a day-long pace up a steep mountain or breezing through some mildly-challenging hills, it's important to bring water when you're hiking. Hiking is, although it may not seem at slower speeds, a physically demanding activity that burns tons of energy. Occasional swigs of clean, crisp water are important for preserving your energy levels and fighting off heat exhaustion.<\/p>\n The rule for how much water to bring during a hike doesn't apply only to hiking in hot weather<\/a>\u2014it's a rule you should abide by even if you're hiking in the rain<\/a> or winter season, too. Nevertheless, you didn't come here for the same lecture your parents use to give you about proper water consumption. You came here to figure out how much water hiking requires. So let's splash right into it.<\/p>\n The general hiking water rule of thumb is 1 liter (32 ounces) of water every two hours<\/strong>. Water intake will vary depending on your height, weight, and outside temperature, but this number is an all-around safe number to stick with. Please note that this is the amount per<\/em> person.<\/p>\n It's recommended to bring a clear 32 oz. water bottle to help track your water intake.<\/p>\n If you don't feel like having to remove a large bottle every time you need a sip, consider breaking down the amount of water into smaller bottles.<\/p>\n This rule, however, doesn't factor in several other variables such as weather, pack weight, and other considerations.<\/p>\n One of the most important things to do before a hike is to drink water before<\/em> you head out for the trail.<\/span> This was a mistake I made when I was a beginning hiker, and it messed me up big time. Make sure you're properly hydrated before you even leave the house.<\/p>\n Showing up to start a hike with a lack of water already in your system is a recipe for disaster and can cause you to pound through your water supply extra fast, leaving you parched.<\/p>\nWhy You Need Water on a Hike<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nHow Much Water Hiking Requires<\/h2>\n
Hiking Water Rule Of Thumb<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nHeat & Humidity<\/strong><\/h4>\n