losing weight with water?

Question

I've been drinking like 1-2 gallons of water daily. i know that drinking 8 glasses of water a day helps lose fat( i don't want to lose weight necessarily, just fat) but is it possible for u to drink too much water?

i do work out. i do cardio 1 time a week in the winter. and i lift on the other days (sans sunday)

Answer 1

Some endurance athletes have suffered from over-hydration, which ironically has the same symptoms as dehydration.
Results in both can be fatal if serious enough.

Usually it is a warning sign if during long workouts you get frequent headaches, dizziness, blurry vision, disorientation, fatigue, muscle cramps, vomiting...indications that your internal organs are trying (with limited sucess) to deal with the water imbalance.

If you don't do long-distance running, or do run, but have none of those symptoms, there shouldn't be much to worry about.

Consult with your physician if you also think you have an underlying medical issue that may explain your thirst.

Most bodybuilders drink a lot of water during certain phases of their training, and so do runners, at different times. But both actually lose weight by temporarily backing off on the water.

Perhaps by drinking more water (1) you drink less soda (2) you feel fuller (3) and therefore eat less. I would add (4) run to the bathroom more often , but maybe that's just me in my own hydration phase. ;)

Answer 2

Hyponatremia is a condition in which the body’s stores of sodium are too low, and this condition can result from drinking extreme amounts of water. Hyponatremia can lead to confusion, lethargy, agitation, seizures, and in extreme cases, even death. Early symptoms are nonspecific and subtle and may include disorientation, nausea, or muscle cramps. The symptoms of hyponatremia may also mimic those of dehydration, so athletes experiencing these symptoms may be given more water to drink, further worsening the condition.

It’s important to note that drinking water is a healthy habit, and our bodies absolutely require water to function. Drinking the recommended eight glasses of water per day will not lead to electrolyte imbalances or hyponatremia. Hyponatremia is only a danger when extremely high volumes of fluid are lost and replaced with water – for example, when athletes engage in vigorous activity for a protracted time (such as in marathons or triathlons), or when any strenuous physical activity is carried out in very hot temperatures.

Hyponatremia is a medical emergency, and persons with suspected exercise-associated hyponatremia should receive immediate emergency care.

To prevent hyponatremia and electrolyte imbalances, athletes should replace lost body fluid with drinks that contain electrolytes, such as sports drinks.

Answer 3

Your body stores water, because you are drinking so much water your body does not feel the need to store as much water. It's called "water weight." Continuing the hiphop dancing every day, and drinking water helps to burn calories that you eat. You can lose weight just by drinking water, but the moment you stop drinking water you will gain it all back.

Answer 4

eat 5 6 small meals a day instead of 3

Answer 5

make like a fish and swim at a leisurely pace for 17 minutes

Answer 6

share your weight loss goals with your friends and family make it a positive life change and ask for their encouragement

Answer 7

Avoid eating while rading listening songs and watching tv at your home or keep by kepping your hands busy

Answer 8

my friend start drinking lots of water a day and nothing changed for her

Answer 9

alcohol has calories too you know sub three drinks a week for lighter versions to drop a pound a year

Answer 10

yes you can get really sick if you too much water, really really sick, so about 2 quarts a day but more if your very active sweat alot, and depending on how hot it is outside.