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How Much Water Does One Person Drink? The average person drinks 8 cups per day, equaling to 1/2 gallon per day and 182.5 gallons per year.

When working in the heat, drink 1 cup (8 ounces) of water every 15–20 minutes. This translates to ¾–1 quart (24–32 ounces) per hour. Drinking at shorter intervals is more effective than drinking large amounts infrequently. Do not drink more than 48 oz (1½ quarts) per hour!

Soldiers should drink at least two to six canteens of water each day. Cold suppresses thirst, so schedule drinking at regular intervals. Actual fluid requirements are dependent upon the level of physical work performed, the temperature and what Soldiers are wearing and carrying.

An appropriate work to recovery ratio for improving speed is 1:2. You will perform speed work in the form of 30:60s, adhering to a work to recovery ratio of 1:2. During the work (run) interval, you will sprint for 30 seconds. During the recovery (walk) interval, you will walk for 60 seconds.

“However, in hot weather and especially if we are exercising, our water requirements will go up. We need to drink up to around three litres a day on a hot day, however, it is important to space this out throughout the day and not to drink excessive amounts all at once.”

General recommendations The National Academy of Medicine suggests an adequate intake of daily fluids of about 13 cups and 9 cups for healthy men and women, respectively, with 1 cup equaling 8 ounces. [1] Higher amounts may be needed for those who are physically active or exposed to very warm climates.

On average, a person should have eight 8oz glasses or roughly two liters of water every day. During the warmer months, you should drink roughly two and a half liters. Sticking with water is the best way to stay hydrated.