Though the benefits of water have been touted for everything from weight loss to boosting your immune system, water can also help you prevent back pain.
Because the muscles of the body require water in order to function at their highest capacity, you need to make sure you are preventing dehydration from happening.
But the amount of water you need will vary from person to person. Those who are larger in size and who have more muscles will require more water to function properly. Those who are smaller will not need as much water in their bodies.
There are a few easy ways to tell if you are drinking enough water:
You aren't thirsty
Your lips aren't dry or chapped
Your urine is a pale yellow
You are urinating every two hours
You can drink plain water to help boost your hydration, but you can also choose from the many caffeine free drinks that are available too – juices, decaffeinated coffee, etc.
Certain foods also contain a large amount of water (watermelon, cucumbers, and corn), so these will also count toward your levels of hydration.