Hydration: Intro

Why Hydration

Embracing hydration is a fundamental variable to unlocking peak health and vitality on a cellular level. When you're optimally hydrated you're ensuring your body is nourished and vibrant.

When we maintain proper hydration:

Enhanced Physical Performance: Adequate hydration is essential for maintaining endurance and strength.
Improved Cognitive Function: Sufficient water intake supports brain function, impacting concentration and alertness.
Optimal Digestive Health: Water aids in digestion and helps prevent constipation.

When we neglect hydration:

Physical Dehydration: Can lead to fatigue, muscle cramps, and overheating.
Cognitive Decline: Inadequate hydration can impair attention and memory.
Digestive Issues: Insufficient water intake can lead to digestive discomfort and constipation.

How to Optimize Daily Activity

1. Self-Assessment Through Urine Color

The most practical and real-time way to stay maintain adequate hydration is to check the color of your urine.

NOTE: There's an infographic below that can help visualize things.

2. Customized Hydration Goals

Increase your intake based on activity level and climate.

For example, increase your water intake on days you exercise or if you live in a hot, dry climate.

On some days this very well may have you exceeding double the 64oz baseline.

3. Incorporate Hydrating Foods

Include water-rich foods like fruits and vegetables in your diet.

Common Challenges & Solutions

Challenge 1: Forgetting to Drink Water

Solutions:

Keep a container of water regularly within reach.
Set specific daily instances to drink water around.

Drink a glass immediately upon waking.
Drink a glass before and after each meal.
Take a few gulps of water each time you get up and/or sit down.

Set reminders on your phone or use a hydration tracking app.

Challenge 2: Dislike for Plain Water