The quest for better health and fitness can lead us down a rabbit hole in search of information, a quick fix, or the latest fitness or diet trend to try. Having a ginormous amount of information at our fingertips is both a blessing and a curse. It’s hard not to get overwhelmed, and the slew of information can leave us uncertain about how or where to start. My advise? Start small. Start simple. Be consistent. Here are 16 habits that may seem insignificant, but each can lead to BIG progress when done consistently.
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With the increasing temperatures, it is a great time to check in on your hydration situation. Water is essential for survival. Water:
Often when we feel rundown, mentally or physically sluggish, or have trouble recovering from long days or workouts we think we need food, but really, we may just need to rehydrate. On average, a person should aim to drink ½ of their body weight in ounces each day. So, next time you’re looking for that energy boost, drink up! But instead of reaching for Gatorade or coffee, go for a cleaner alternative that you make yourself! RECIPE: Dilute juice in filtered water (watermelon or prickly pear are excellent) in a one-to-one ratio + add 1 tsp of sea salt/liter. OR if you don’t need* the sugars, try: 1 liter of water, 1 tsp of sea salt, juice of 1 lemon REMEMBER: the source of water matters as well! Avoid water in plastic bottles, and unfiltered tap water. Instead get yourself a decent household filter (I like the @BerkeyFilters) and drink your water out of glass or stainless steel.! *If you’re doing any sort of prolonged exercise or bursts of higher-intensity work, the sugar provides fuel. It is not important for your hydration levels however. Tips to increase water intake:
Drink up! |