Drink Up!

A friend and I were comparing our fitness preferences.  He likes Marathons and the training they require, while I like the variety that cross fit trainings and bootcamps have to offer.  As we agreed that each method allows us to reach and expand our fitness goals.  Knowing the type of work that is required to be in marathon shape:  the need for a strong heart, good stamina, muscular endurance, and lean body mass I was surprised to learn that water was not on the top of his list when it came to diet.

Water is, without a doubt, one of the very best diet aids and fat reducers.  It suppresses your appetite. Reduces sodium buildup and helps maintain muscle tone.  From birth we are made up of 70-75% water.  As our bodies develop the water percentage changes where men are about 60-65% water  and women's bodies our made up of 50-60% water.

That being said, be sure to take care of your liquid assets and consume your daily needed intake of water in order to promote the good that water does for your overall health.  Below is fun illustration of the bodies need for H2O.  Drink up!