Other contributors have said "Should you drink water while running a race?" is the same question as "How much water should you drink while running a marathon?".

How much water should you drink while running a marathon?

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Answer:
It's not a question of should you - it's a question of how much.
It actually depends on a few things:
  1. Your weight: If you're smaller/thinner/leaner, you need less water. It's partly proportionate to your body type.
  2. How much you sweat: If you sweat a lot more than average, you'll need more water to replace the water you lose from sweating.
  3. The weather on the day you plan to run: It is very important to consider the weather on the day of your run - the hotter it is, the more you will need to drink to avoid heat exhaustion and dehydration.
  4. The distance you plan to run: Shorter runs require less water. Much like body type, it is proportionate.
  5. Your athletic experience: Professional runners with lots of experience have trained to need less water during the run itself. Don't consider yourself a professional if you don't run often and long enough.

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