We all know that water is vital in maintaining a healthy lifestyle, but check out these facts and figures on getting the best from your body:

• Drink at least eight glasses of water each day
  
  
• Don't wait until you're thirsty to drink water
  
  
• Remember not all drinks will hydrate you. Water is best
  
  
• Drink more water when working out
  
  
• To determine your optimum intake of water, you can visit www.hydraopt.com - an online programme created by the Water Institute in Vittel, France
  
  
• Don't underestimate the amount of fluids lost from perspiration
  
  
• Start and end your day by drinking a glass of water
  
  
• Remember to drink enough water before, during and after your sporting activity
  
  
• Drink more water if you're feeling under the weather. It will help flush out toxins
  
  
• Drinking water that is at room temperature will keep your body cooler than drinking cold water