When we walk or exercise, our body temperature increases, and we sweat. During this, our blood circulation increases and it takes some time for the body to cool down.

People often feel thirsty immediately after a morning walk or any exercise. In such a situation, many people drink water immediately without thinking. But do you know that drinking water immediately after a walk is not good for your health? Most people are unaware that there is a right time and way to drink water after a workout.

Why should we not drink water immediately after a walk?

When we walk or exercise, our body temperature increases and we sweat. During this, our blood circulation increases and the body takes some time to cool down. If we drink water immediately, many problems can arise. Let us know about them.

• It can be hot and cold: Due to sudden decrease in the increased temperature of the body, you may face problems like cold or sore throat.
• Can cause stomach pain: Drinking too much water at once due to extreme thirst can cause stomach pain or cramps.
• Effect on digestion: Drinking water immediately can slow down the digestion process.

How long after walking should you drink water?

According to experts, water should be drunk only 20-30 minutes after finishing a walk or any exercise. During this time, let your body cool down by sitting for a while or doing light stretching. When your pulse rate becomes normal and sweating stops, then it is right to drink water.

Follow these tips

• Drink slowly: Instead of gulping down a lot of water at once, drink water in slow sips.
• Room temperature water: Avoid drinking cold water. Drinking room-temperature water or lukewarm water is more beneficial.
• Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of water throughout the day, not just after your walk, so that your body always stays hydrated. If you sweat a lot, you can also drink coconut water or lemon water instead of plain water.
• Drinking water at the right time and in the right manner helps your body recover and also provides you health benefits. So the next time you come back from a walk, wait for a while and then drink water leisurely.