No hacks or tricks, rather common-sense solutions to hydration.
Opinion
Shlomo Fishman
Capital Recreation is in business to make recreation accessible to all. I am not here to tell you the what, the who, and the when. I am here to support and encourage your positive behaviors. I am a Certified Recreational Therapist (CTRS) breaking down barriers to leisure and recreation participation. This blog is here as a tool to spread my personal thoughts and ideas. But most of all, to create community!
“Water is the most neglected nutrient in your diet but one of the most vital.” ~Kelly Barton
I want to start with clarification. In my previous post, I shared a few steps to healthier eating habits. I am not a nutritionist and are not attempting to be one either. Just sharing my personal journey to getting in proper nutrition. In this post, I am doing the same. Sharing my journey to optimal hydration.
You know what always makes me feel better? A crisp cool glass of water. There is nothing like it! Whether it is just after waking, before heading out for the day, or after a workout. Water is what keeps me going. Some days I drink way too much, and other days not at all (not literally). But most of all, I do my best to hydrate.
Ask yourself the following questions. Want to feel good? Reduce headaches? Improve your digestion? Increase your flexibility? Move better and with less pain? Not always feel tired? Then hydrating with water may help! It is commonly known, that staying hydrated is one of the pillars to good health and longevity! Who doesn’t want that?
Here are 5 fluid steps (all puns intended) which I practice regularly and know can help you achieve optimal hydration too.
- Replace lost fluid. Before you reach for your cup of morning coffee, have a glass of water. Your body loses fluid while you sleep. No need to be in the red zone.
- Continue sipping from breakfast to lunch. Staying hydrated is about many small sips throughout the day. Aim for 16 ounces.
- Hydrate at each meal. Have a cup or two of water with each meal. That is, 8 – 16 ounces of water.
- Don’t enjoy water? No worries! Eat your fruits and veggies. Cucumbers, peppers, melons, and berries are filled with water (and many other nutrients)!
- Keep it fun! Make a chart, share your goal with a friend (or two), get yourself a reusable water bottle or a cup that will be a reminder for you!
Good Luck!!
I always love hearing from you and your personal journey. Share your moments of growth and success on social media using the hashtag #shlomotrained
Until next time – peace, and virtual fist bump going your way!
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