Water We Talking About?

The phrase “GodFit” in itself embodies more than just physical fitness. It parallels the tangible with the intangible. The goal is to take every piece of physical and nutritional advice and build a bridge between the physical benefits and the spiritual benefits. In this case we will be talking about water and taking its importance a step further so that way every time you hydrate you understand that you are hydrating your body and replenishing the spirit.

Water is a Symbol of Life and Spirit

  • Jesus's "living water" (John 4:14) symbolizes the spiritual nourishment and eternal life he offers. 

The Power Of Water: Fuel for the Body and the Soul

Water is the foundation of human performance — every cell, tissue, and organ in your body depends on it to function efficiently. Staying properly hydrated supports nearly every process that keeps you strong, energized, and focused.

Physical Benefits of Water Intake

Hydration directly impacts energy levels, physical performance, and focus. Research shows that even a 1–2% loss in body water can impair endurance, reduce motivation, and increase fatigue during exercise (Popkin et al., 2010). Water also helps regulate body temperature, lubricate joints, and transport nutrients throughout the body — all vital for recovery and daily performance (Mayo Clinic, 2024).


Proper hydration also supports metabolism and aids in detoxification by flushing waste through the kidneys and digestive tract (Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, 2023). For those who train regularly, staying hydrated helps prevent muscle cramps and heat-related fatigue, ensuring that your body performs at its God-given best.

How Much Water Do You Need?

Your hydration needs depend on your lifestyle and activity level:

  • Sedentary lifestyle: Aim for about half your body weight in ounces daily — a general rule recommended by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (2020), which sets an average intake of 2.7 liters (women) and 3.7 liters (men) per day from all beverages and foods combined.
  • Moderately active: Increase to about two-thirds your body weight in ounces, especially if you sweat regularly.
  • Highly active or training: Target close to your full body weight in ounces, replenishing with electrolytes during intense exercise or in hot environments (American Council on Exercise, 2022).


Hydration also comes from water-rich foods like fruits, vegetables, and even our GodFit protein that can be used for shakes and smoothies, but nothing matches the purifying power of plain water.

The Spiritual Connection

Just as our bodies crave water to thrive, our souls thirst for renewal. In John 4:14, Jesus says:

“But whoever drinks of the water that I shall give him will never thirst; indeed, the water I give will become in them a spring of water welling up to eternal life.”


This verse reminds us that while water sustains our physical strength, Christ offers the living water that nourishes us eternally. The same element that restores our muscles symbolizes God’s grace: reviving, cleansing, and empowering us from the inside out.


At GodFit, we believe in fueling both body and spirit — because true power flows from within.

References

  • American Council on Exercise. (2022). Hydration Guidelines for Exercise and Physical Activity. ACE Fitness.
  • Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. (2023). The Nutrition Source: Water.
  • Mayo Clinic. (2024). Water: How much should you drink every day?
  • National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. (2020). Dietary Reference Intakes for Water, Potassium, Sodium, Chloride, and Sulfate.
  • Popkin, B.M., D’Anci, K.E., & Rosenberg, I.H. (2010). Water, Hydration and Health. Nutrition Reviews, 68(8), 439–458.