How much water do I need?  The question no one seems to know the perfect answer to.  This is because it literally depends on the person.  You hear 8 glasses of water a day.

I would say that water intake would be incredibly different between a 200# male and a 120# female.  It also varies on your activity level.  Do you workout inside or outside?  How long are your workouts?  These are all vital to how much water you consume.

When you first wake up in the morning, most people go straight for coffee.  You have not drank water in 6-8 hours, your body is probably thirsty.  The beginning of dehydration is setting in.  The cause of headaches, side stitches, cramping, digestion, overeating, and more is a direct effect on this.

Many times hunger pains are confused with being thirsty.  If you are feeling hungry, try drinking a glass of water and see how you feel.

Water vs. Sports Drinks….  YIKES!  This is like saying water vs. sugar at some level.  If you are not exercising over an hour, you should stick with water.  Those sports drinks are full of sugar and good taste.  You are putting bad calories right back in your body.

Water aids in healthy kidneys, digestion, beautiful skin, better performance, reduce fatigue, etc.  Some fruits and vegetables are high in water content.  These include watermelon, strawberries, zucchini, radish, celery, peaches, cantaloupe, and many more.

As the weather is getting warmer, I challenge you to drink more water.   Water is like your body taking a shower on the inside.  You wouldn’t not take a bath, so clean outside and inside.

EAT WHOLE.  DRINK WATER.  STAY ACTIVE.  BE HEALTHY

STRONG – M