4 Easy (and fun) Ways to Get and Stay Hydrated
TIRED OF WATER?
Hydration is not easy for all athletes. We typically think of food as the issue when it comes to maximizing performance. Truth Bomb: Hydration is more important! Most of us don't make hydration a consistent priority. Especially if it's not hot and humid.
If hydration is your missing link, or if you struggle with it sometimes, here is a list of a couple of fun products that can make hydrating yourself easier.
My mission as a sports dietitian is to find ways to make it easy, convenient, and taste good so that hydration can become a reality for every athlete. Reach out and let me know if any of these might work for you!
These packets of crystalized lemon have no sugar, no artificial sugar and no calories. It will flavor your water exactly like squeezing a lemon wedge into your water would! It's a fabulous way to add some flavor to water (if you don't love drinking plain water). Its easy to pack a few in your gym bag and add it to your water bottle during the day. And...its packs a little extra vitamin C into your day too! And as another added bonus you can cook with it. If you need some lemony let on your grilled fish and are out of fresh lemons...you're covered ;)
Keep a bottle of fruit and cucumber infused water in your fridge for a refreshing change of pace is easy if you grab one of these beauties. It also just looks so fancy when you have company ;) You can infuse any fruit you enjoy into your water to add flavor. I like apple - strawberry or lemon - lime! You can experiment with anything you love!
Individual Infused Water Bottle
Following the same concept as the pitcher this one is for on the go! Take it to class or work or practice! Keep yourself hydrated and happy :)
You have all seen these by now. I'm obsessed. It's next level good! When you need a little more than water but don't want something heavy this is my go-to beverage. Its Seltzer that's flavored with real fruit juice. There is just enough juice (5-7 calories per can) to make it feel like you're drinking juice without all the sugar and nothing artificial.
