This is a guest post by Cathi Reyes.
Did you know most of us are walking around dehydrated? Do you know the symptoms of dehydration? Why is drinking water so important before, during, and after your workout? Well, with a little online research you can find all these answers and more. Due to our lifestyle and eating habits most of us are walking around dehydrated. But with a little effort we can recognize dehydration symptoms and keep hydrated throughout each day. Drinking water, staying hydrated is so important in that each and every chemical reaction in our body requires water.
For our body to function at it's best we must stay hydrated. Have you ever felt thirsty while your exercising or just simply performing your daily tasks? Well, don't ignore this critical body signal or you may experience the following; fatigue, muscle soreness, anxiety, cravings, cramps, and/or headaches. Dehydration has stages and can progress to worse symptoms like; heartburn, joint and back pain, chest pain, Migraines, and/or constipation. In the worst cases dehydration can lead to serious illness.
So what is the recommended amount of water intake daily? A good rule is to drink 1/2 your body weight in ounces every day. For example if you weigh 120 lbs., you would drink about 60 oz. of water per day. However the key to proper hydration is how much water you drink at once and how often. In the article I've found the most information in, it suggests drinking in divided doses of 2-4 oz. every 20-30 minutes. I know firsthand how difficult it can be to stay hydrated with our hectic and busy lifestyles. I personally would find myself running to the gym and forgetting my water, stuck in a meeting or traffic without my water, etc. So I developed a product that helps me stay on track.
My product is called the Aquabag and it's an insulated bottle carrying bag that functions like a purse. The Aquabag carries your water wherever you go and also includes a built in wallet and side pouches for your cell phone or any other essentials you may need. It's an excellent bag to have for the gym as it easily goes from station to station. Also great for those long hikes, trips and travel, or basically anytime you need to carry your water with you.
So I hope this helps you stay hydrated during your workouts and keep on track to help your body perform at it's best by drinking water in regular intervals throughout the day!
For more information on this subject and more details into dehydration, the following article is where I found most the information I quoted: www.naturalpathhealthcenter.com
About the Author: Cathi Reyes is the creator of the Aquabag water bottle bag/purse that makes it easier to carry a bottle and keep it insulated! Her goal is to be able to give back to Children's Hospitals and children's charities that are close to her heart and gave Cathi a second chance at life at a very young age.
If interested in purchasing an Aquabag, please visit, www.myaquabag.com.
They are $29.99 online, but for TryingFitness.com readers there is a 25% off coupon code. Just enter AQUAFIT9 during checkout! I'll even sweeten the deal and if you forward this deal onto a friend who registers and wants to purchase, email me though the contact page and I'll forward you a coupon code for an additional $5 off.
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I’m probably one of the dehydrated ones. I think it’s good for everyone to try to watch this as they work out, or even during the day.
It’s easy to get dehydrated. I am also amazed at people I know who refuse to drink water. They chug sodas all day long.
I always carry around a water jug or bottle of sorts literally everywhere I go. I drink from it every 15-30 mins. and consume at least a whole gallon of water a day. This is especially important in my country because it’s literally always hot.
Water’s not just good to keep you hydrated, it can also stave off cravings really well since drinking a lot of it can leave you feeling “full”.
Same with me Noel. I carry a water bottle with me all the time. When I dine out, I always order water instead of soda or other drinks.
Another way to easily tell those that are not drinking enough water – their breath does not smell so nice! My partner and I have worked out that a nice way of saying “your breath smells” is to ask “how much water have you drunk today” – instant understanding and easily fixed!