Hello Impact Family and Friends,
Here’s the “catch-22” so many of us run into…You know that getting that workout in would give you more energy…But you don’t have enough energy to do it in the first place!
My usual solution is to commit to just 5 minutes—even if it’s just bodyweight exercises while you watch your favorite TV show…But since we’re talking about brain health this month, I want to throw in another tip for you that most people overlook—and that tip is to HYDRATE.
Why Drink More Water?
Because sometimes, our lack of motivation has nothing to do with willpower and everything to do with the fact that our brain needs more water. Bet you didn’t think I was going to say that. Studies show that 75% of adults in the U.S. are chronically dehydrated and only drink about 2.5 cups (600 ml) of water per day on average. And when we’re dehydrated, we’re more likely to experience:
- Less energy
- Low moods
- Trouble focusing
- Fuzzy memory
- Poor reaction time
- Even lower self-esteem (yes, really!)
No wonder it feels harder to get up and crush that workout! So instead of throwing in the towel because you’re just not feeling it…Drink some water first.
I know you were probably hoping for a more exciting answer, but it really CAN be that simple! That’s why when I work with clients on building habits, we start with bite-sized improvements that build a foundation for bigger changes. Things like:
- Sticking to a consistent wake-up time
- Adding an extra serving of veggies to meals
- Or even 5 minutes of daily meditation
It doesn’t have to be all or nothing all at once! The “little things” are the foundation for the master plan, and soon they’ll feel as natural as brushing your teeth. If you want to see what else we do at Impact MetroWest that can help you optimize your health in just 90 days…Click here to see how Impact MetroWest has already helped thousands and thousands of business professionals to lose fat, tone, increase energy, and live a life free of nagging aches/pains.
