THE FIT AND FEARLESS
WINTER WATER CHALLENGE
Sexy Skin, Skinny Waist, Sharp Thinking
These are just a few benefits of a beautiful little thing called hydration. As you're reading this I know you are thinking...Steph, I drink enough water. Well, unless you are a huge exception, you don't. Even as a health coach I don't drink enough water at times. It's something you have to actively practice daily and make it a part of your busy lifestyle. This is why I'm challenging you to drink a gallon of water with me every day for a month!
WHY A GALLON?
There are many different schools of thought on how much water you should drink every day. My goal in everything "Fit and Fearless" is to simplify things for you. The easiest thing you can do is buy a gallon jug, preferably with a good handle like and bring it with you everywhere. Not only can you physically see how much you need to drink every day (which is key) but you also have a weight you can use for quick toning workouts anywhere! BOOM! You can also take a water bottle and figure out how many times you need to fill it every day to reach a full gallon.
WHAT WILL DRINKING A GALLON A DAY DO FOR ME?
SEXY SKIN
Think of your skin cells as little sponges. If those sponges dry out they will look lumpy, splotchy, dry and unhealthy. If the sponges are soaked full of water they will be plump, lush and full. This is also how our skin works. When our skin cells don't have enough water dark circles and bags form under the eyes, our skin tone becomes uneven, we get breakouts, dryness, and our skin will age quicker if left dehydrated. Hydrated skin glows and radiates health. Your skin will be one of the most noticeable changes when you drink a gallon a day. Get ready for major compliments on your gorgeous glowing skin and flawless complexion!
SKINNY WAIST
Did you know that most of the time when we crave food we are really just thirsty? It's true. We are so chronically dehydrated that our bodies send out cravings. A craving for water can be misinterpreted as a food craving. When we are super hydrated we aren't hungry as frequently because we are satisfied with what we have. Drinking water will make you full which can help eliminate bad snacking habits. Water also boosts your metabolism so you are burning fat more efficiently by doing something as simple as lifting the bottle to your mouth. Another added bonus of drinking water is the cleansing effect it has on your body. It flushes the system and removes any by-products of fat so nothing lingers around.
SHARP THINKING
Your brain is mostly water. As you can guess, when you don't have enough water to go around, all the important things that your brain does to power you and your body aren't working at their highest potential. Add a gallon a day and notice how mentally clear, focused and concentrated you feel.
Think of your skin cells as little sponges. If those sponges dry out they will look lumpy, splotchy, dry and unhealthy. If the sponges are soaked full of water they will be plump, lush and full. This is also how our skin works. When our skin cells don't have enough water dark circles and bags form under the eyes, our skin tone becomes uneven, we get breakouts, dryness, and our skin will age quicker if left dehydrated. Hydrated skin glows and radiates health. Your skin will be one of the most noticeable changes when you drink a gallon a day. Get ready for major compliments on your gorgeous glowing skin and flawless complexion!
SKINNY WAIST
Did you know that most of the time when we crave food we are really just thirsty? It's true. We are so chronically dehydrated that our bodies send out cravings. A craving for water can be misinterpreted as a food craving. When we are super hydrated we aren't hungry as frequently because we are satisfied with what we have. Drinking water will make you full which can help eliminate bad snacking habits. Water also boosts your metabolism so you are burning fat more efficiently by doing something as simple as lifting the bottle to your mouth. Another added bonus of drinking water is the cleansing effect it has on your body. It flushes the system and removes any by-products of fat so nothing lingers around.
SHARP THINKING
Your brain is mostly water. As you can guess, when you don't have enough water to go around, all the important things that your brain does to power you and your body aren't working at their highest potential. Add a gallon a day and notice how mentally clear, focused and concentrated you feel.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
STEP 1
Print out the WWC goal sheet (found at the bottom of the page) and put it somewhere you will see it all the time (i.e. bathroom mirror, in your car on your phone).
STEP 2
Buy a gallon jug of water or measure out how many of your water bottles you need to drink each day to reach a full gallon.
STEP 3
Drink up and check in! At the end of each day, check in on Facebook and Instagram #TFFWWC when you complete your gallon.
TIP: Space it out. It's not good to drink a gallon of water all at once. Try to drink most of your water in the morning, some in the afternoon and a small amount in the evening. If you drink too much at night you will interrupt your sleep pattern.
Use today as a trial run to see when you need to drink water to get the most out of the challenge. Even if you don't drink the full gallon your first day just jump back on the horse tomorrow and try it again with your new knowledge :)
Print out the WWC goal sheet (found at the bottom of the page) and put it somewhere you will see it all the time (i.e. bathroom mirror, in your car on your phone).
STEP 2
Buy a gallon jug of water or measure out how many of your water bottles you need to drink each day to reach a full gallon.
STEP 3
Drink up and check in! At the end of each day, check in on Facebook and Instagram #TFFWWC when you complete your gallon.
TIP: Space it out. It's not good to drink a gallon of water all at once. Try to drink most of your water in the morning, some in the afternoon and a small amount in the evening. If you drink too much at night you will interrupt your sleep pattern.
Use today as a trial run to see when you need to drink water to get the most out of the challenge. Even if you don't drink the full gallon your first day just jump back on the horse tomorrow and try it again with your new knowledge :)
WHAT KIND OF WATER SHOULD I BUY?
Spring water is great. If you happen to be lucky enough to get your hands on some alkaline water that would be better and if you have a natural spring near you that is the very best option. A gallon of spring water is usually around $1 at most supermarkets which is a steal compared to that $4 lattee at Starbucks :) You've heard it a million times, drink more water. Now you know why it's essential and I challenge you to drink one gallon of water a day and see how different you feel - mind, body, and energy. Don't forget to check in #TFFWWC :) I'll be posting tips, tricks and motivation tailored to hydration all month long on Facebook and Instagram page so stay tuned.
Have a beautiful, super hydrated day :)
Have a beautiful, super hydrated day :)
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