Is it a good idea to drink water while working out? like...doing cardio

[etalns]

I used to drink water while working out, while running on the treadmill that is. I noticed it kept my BP down, so in an effort to try and work my heart a bit harder I decided to stop drinking water whi;e I run. It's mad eit tough for me to progress past the 40 minute mark when it comes to runs, and I was wondering if it's a good idea (if you're trying to increase cardiovascular fitness) to drink a lot of water while running.

 

[Manzelle]

Yes...it keeps you hydrated and in turn gives you more energy or at least sustains your energy for a longer period of time...

 

[etalns]

Originally posted by: Manzelle
Yes...it keeps you hydrated and in turn gives you more energy or at least sustains your energy for a longer period of time...

Manzelle's on a roll! Thanks a lot.

 

[caz67]

Yes.

 

[Eli]

No.

I suggest ethylene glycol instead.

 

[Amused]

Originally posted by: Eli
No.

I suggest ethylene glycol instead.

Especially when it's very cold out, right?

 

[StageLeft]

Originally posted by: QosisI noticed it kept my BP down, so in an effort to try and work my heart a bit harder I decided to stop drinking water whi;e I run.

I am almost at a loss for words.

Yes, drink water.

 

[sniperruff]

you should run, take a break and then drink some water, you shouldn't drink water while you are running.

 

[0roo0roo]

well no, because its great to get dehydrated and have ur heart go all wiggy and stuff. its very kewl.

 

[DurocShark]

Your heart rate being up until you drink water is your body saying, "Hey! We're friggin thirsty in here!! Wanna help us out?"

 

[Koing]

Originally posted by: Skoorb

Originally posted by: QosisI noticed it kept my BP down, so in an effort to try and work my heart a bit harder I decided to stop drinking water whi;e I run.

I am almost at a loss for words.

Yes, drink water.

SIP WATER WHEN YOU DO CARDIO. Don't just not drink it to make it harder for yourself. If yoiu want that you can run with a ruck sack loaded with 10kg's or buy a weightted vest.

Koing

 

[PhoenixOrion]

Hhhiiiiiigh quality H20 is goood! - waterboy

 

[Linux23]

Gatorade