You're going to hate how simple this is...


Sep 5, 2024

 by Kim Bouldin
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Here’s the “catch-22” so many of us run into…

You know that getting a 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 2.5 cups (600 ml) of water per day on average…

And when we’re dehydrated, we’re more likely to have: 

  • Less energy

  • Low moods 

  • Trouble focusing

  • Fuzzy memory

  • Poor reaction time 

  • And even lower self-esteem (yes, really!)

No wonder it feels harder to get up and take your 30-minute walk!

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, we start with other “bite-sized” improvements that build a solid foundation for bigger changes. 

Like to a bedtime and wake-up time...

5 minutes of daily meditation...

Or even adding an extra serving of vegetables to their meals. 

It doesn’t have to be all or nothing all at once! 

In fact, you have a better chance of sticking to the master plan when these “little things” feel as natural to you as brushing your teeth.

If you could use some help to supercharge your fitness results, I’d love to be on your team ☺

You can read our program breakdown here to see how it works! 

In your corner, 

Kim and the Fab Fit Team

REFERENCES: 

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3984246

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK555956 

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4207053