Maintaining hydration is important for our physical and mental wellbeing. Aiming for 250mL per 10kg of body weight may seem like a lot, especially if you struggle with water intake. Try out some of these simple tips to make achieving your hydration goals more enjoyable!
Five simple tips
Adding mint, lime, lemon or cucumber can create a refreshing twist on plain water. These are healthy alternatives, with less sugar than soft drink alternatives.
Sparkling water is a great way to increase and elevate your water consumption. It shares the same benefits as flat water.
Try aiming for 8 glasses of water per day, or try out a bottle with time stamps on it to keep you motivated.
Forgetting to drink throughout the day? Create a routine. Try a glass first thing in the morning, before brushing your teeth, before lunch and dinner, and after using the bathroom.
Electrolytes have added minerals to help you rehydrate when you’ve been sick, sweating more than usual, or after exercise. They’re great for when we are dehydrated, but not needed day to day.
Build your water day
Tap the moments you’ll have a glass of water. Aim for 8 glasses across your day.
Take it into your week
Aim for 250mL per 10kg of body weight, or 8 glasses of water a day.
Anchor a glass to moments you already have: waking up, brushing your teeth, before lunch and dinner.
Make it enjoyable with a twist of fruit or some bubbles.
Save electrolytes for when you’ve been sick, sweating more than usual, or after exercise.