WHO CARES ABOUT HYDRATION? YOU DO!
It’s summer and it’s been extra spicy outside with above average temps in the 90’s. Hey, no complaints here as I’m all for soaking in the CLE sun but hotter temperatures reminds me of an important component to your nutrition and overall well being: HYDRATION!
You’re probably all thinking the same thing “Coach Amie, when it’s hot outside I love staying hydrated with an icy cold beer…or margarita….or glass of sweet tea’’.
You’re all in good company on this! But, before you crack open that beverage or top off your glass, let’s chat about why being and staying hydrated is essential!
When it comes to staying hydrated, your go to is that H2O goodness! Water is your friend for sooo many important reasons.
DID YOU KNOW THIS?
Water is underrated. While it may not feel super duper sexy, there are important reasons why you should drink water from helping with your weight loss goals and maintaining radiant, youthful skin to enjoying better sleep and preventing infections! NO seriously – here’s what water does for your body:
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Regulates body temp
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Lubricates joints
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Prevents Infections
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Keeps organs and systems functioning properly
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Carry nutrients to your cells
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Improves sleep
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Keep skin looking young and radiant
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Improves your workout performance
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Flushes out waste
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Keeps blood pressure in check
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Aide’s in weight loss and maintenance
Holy Water! Aside from drinking water to hydrate, did you ever realize there were all these incredible benefits? Talk about looking and feeling your best just by chugging some water – seems like a simple, easy thing to do on the regular!
Now that your interest is piqued, click the video now as I break it all down for you in less than 10 minutes:
#1. TIPS FOR DRINKING WATER …. not a huge fan of H2O? I got you!
#2. HOW TO PROPERLY HYRDRATE FOR YOUR WORKOUT …. what to do before and after your workout
#3. THE TRUTHS ABOUT SPORTS DRINKS …. how do things like Gatorade measure up to water and staying hydrated?
#4. THE WARNING SIGNS OF BEING DEHYDRATED …. here’s what to watch for
#5. TIPS FOR STAYING HYRDRATED …. there’s an app for that, no really there is!
Stay Fueled