Unfortunately, a lot of people don’t know how to drink water. I know. That sounds like a crazy concept!
Water is essential to our health for several reasons. Water cleans what we can’t clean in the shower or at the sink. The inside of our bodies need it just as much as the outside.
I was at the gym one day (actually, this has happened many days) and not long after I walked in, it smelled like body odor. Major BO. I mean, I get it, it’s the gym. People are working out, sweating, and getting their pump on, and everybody is going to smell a little funky. But I’m talking about the extra. I assume those of you who hit the gym regularly have experienced a similar scenario. You’re thinking, is it so hard to shower first and put on a little deodorant? Maybe think about the fact that other people have to… be around you?
This is going to sound absolutely ridiculous but imagine if these particular types of individuals used something other than water and soap to bathe in, like, for example, soda or tea. I know, I know, this is a crazy thought. But… would they smell any better? Would they be cleaner? Absolutely not.
Water is what we drink to wash the inside of our bodies.
We need water to help balance our body fluids, regulate body temperature, and increases brain power. Water provides energy, promotes healthy weight management, helps us smell and look good, scares away headaches, prevents kidney stones, staves off cramping, and so much more! If we don’t drink water, our bodies can’t function properly. If we think it’s crazy to wash our bodies in soda and coffee, (giggle) then why isn’t it equally as insane to “wash” the inside of our bodies with anything but water?
Doctor Agatha M. Thrash, M.D. of Preventive Medicine says that, “Water is the best liquid possible to cleanse the tissues both internally and externally.” She also says that, “four quarts of water are constantly circulating in the body as part of the blood.”
As you can see, water is vital on a daily basis. If we aren’t drinking water, and plenty of it, we’re going to have problems. And as a side note, what we put in our bodies actually does effect how we smell on the outside, too.
But how do you actually go about drinking enough water in one day? One 16oz bottle of water is not a problem, but 4-6 of those? (How much water is enough? Click here to find out!)
Here are a few things that have worked for me. I’d also love to hear more ideas from you! (Comment below and tell me your tricks!)
1. Set out six 16oz bottles of water at the beginning of your day
This makes measuring a no brainer and takes the guesswork out of it.
2. Drink more in the morning
Knock back 2 bottles of water while you’re milling about in the morning. This takes a good chunk off of what you’ve got to manage throughout your day.
3. Set a timer
Set a timer if you’re not used to drinking water and not usually thirsty, this will help remind you to pick up the bottle!
4. Use a 32oz water bottle
I like this because I know I only need to drink 3 in my day. I also like this because I don’t have to buy water and I can refill it and throw it in the dishwasher. My favorite is the 32 oz Nalgene water bottle because they are tough (I drop it often) and they don’t have a weird plastic smell.
5. Exercise
When I workout, I drink more because I am sweating. It’s easy to down an entire 32oz water bottle in an hour of working out. Don’t feed your body with anything but water while working out. Water is the best and only hydrating fluid your body needs while exercising.
6. Have it handy
Always have water in the car, at your desk, in your hand. When it’s there, you’ll be more likely to drink it.
7. Make it fashionable
If you’re one of those that like fashion, cute, pretty or exciting bottles, buy one. Make it fun!
I would enjoy hearing how you get your water in! Leave me a comment and give me some tips! I am on Facebook, Instagram, E-mail, Twitter, Pinterest and balance8life.