Water and Exercise: Stay Hydrated!
by: Ray Kelly
Our bodies are made up of over 75% water. We all know that without water, there is no life. In fact we can only live 3 days without it. However, water has been replaced in most diets by soft drinks and other sugar sweetened refreshments. However, water is a healthier and more necessary drink that leads to better health and longetivity.
Your personal need for water can vary due to exercise, temperature and weight. Studies have shown that over 2/3?s of adults do not get enough water on a daily basis. By simply drinking water regularly you can replenish your body and keep it well-hydrated and functioning at maximum efficiency.
Most of us wait until we are thirsty to drink water. However, this is not a reliable gauge of the water needs that our body has. By the time we are thirsty we have already lost two or more cups of our body?s composition of water. Therefore drinking water regularly is a much better answer than waiting until one is thirsty.
It is also very important to not substitute beverages with alcohol and caffeine for water. The reason for this is that these beverages act as a diuretic and cause you to lose more water through increased urination. You think you are getting water through these beverages but the fact is they are causing you to let it go almost as quickly as it accumulates.
When you work out you need more water. This makes elementary sense. Our bodies lose a great deal of water due to perspiration. In fact we need to drink 2 cups of water for each pound lost through working out. Even when we sleep our bodies lose water. Drinking a glass of water before we go to sleep and when we wake up helps to offset this loss and keep our bodies functioning optimally.
It should be obvious that when we are sick our bodies need more water than at other times. When we have a cold or flu our bodies can become dehydrated. You can prevent this by drinking more water at times you are sick.
There are numerous opinions on whether purified water actually provides a tangible benefit. It is a subject you should explore yourself in determining the type of water that is appropriate for you. The same applies to exactly how much is enough? Below you will find some articles dealing with this subject. The best way to find out what you need is to simply set a goal to drink a certain number of glasses and then after a week or two see how it has effected you.
Make it a habit to drink water daily. Keep a bottle with you at all times and drink it throughout the day. Learn to drink water rather than other beverages that do not replenish your body?s nutrients. Drink water daily and watch yourself become healthier and happier.
About The Author
Ray Kelly is an Exercise Scientist with 15 years experience in the health and fitness industry. Sign up for his free 7 Day Weight Loss Course at http://www.free-online-health.com or http://www.trainingdiary.ws.
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Water and Exercise: Stay Hydrated!
Water and Exercise: Stay Hydrated!
by: Ray Kelly
Our bodies are made up of over 75% water. We all know that without water, there is no life. In fact we can only live 3 days without it. However, water has been replaced in most diets by soft drinks and other sugar sweetened refreshments. However, water is a healthier and more necessary drink that leads to better health and longetivity.
Your personal need for water can vary due to exercise, temperature and weight. Studies have shown that over 2/3?s of adults do not get enough water on a daily basis. By simply drinking water regularly you can replenish your body and keep it well-hydrated and functioning at maximum efficiency.
Most of us wait until we are thirsty to drink water. However, this is not a reliable gauge of the water needs that our body has. By the time we are thirsty we have already lost two or more cups of our body?s composition of water. Therefore drinking water regularly...
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The Visible Causes of Water Damage
The Visible Causes of Water Damage
by: Kimberly Duncan
In order to prevent water damage, you must first learn what causes it. This article will cover the visible causes of water damage, the ones that are easy to self-detect.
Rainwater:
Rainwater will accumulate along the foundations or beneath the floor during rainy seasons unless directed away by proper drainage.
Gutter & Drain:
Clogged gutters will push rainwater under shingles, or will cause water to travel down the walls internally. A lack of drains can cause an overflow. Gutters must empty far enough away from foundation walls or else water will accumulate, leading to damage and a wet basement.
Windows and Doors:
Unprofessionally installed windows and doors allow water to penetrate into the wall. Damaged seals around windows or doors can cause windblown moisture penetration.
Leaking Roofs:
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Improperly Testing Your Radiant Heat System with Water Instead of Air!
Improperly Testing Your Radiant Heat System with Water Instead of Air!
by: Larry B Lang
If you?re considering radiant heat, here?s a true story about Bill and Joan Hawley that you should find interesting.
When I first met Bill and Joan they were absolutely exhausted because of the damage to their radiant heat system. What was supposed to be a calm and peaceful time of life was full of stress and worry.
Although their story is not unique it clearly illustrates how a simple radiant heat installation error can have such drastic results.
Bill and Joan were educated consumers that took a vested interest in the design and construction of their new home. They loved the look of tile and hardwoods and were thrilled to discover how a radiant heating system would keep their floors toasty warm.
Yet, they failed to realize how one small radiant heat installation mistake could have such a disastrous outcome.
The crew that installed...
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Making Your Dog Win In Sled Races
Making Your Dog Win In Sled Races
by: Jack Russell
So, you decided to train your dog win in sled races. Here are some tips to do it.
1. Provide dry and clean bedding.
If you want to have a winning dog, provide him first with a clean and complete house. It is your duty and responsibility that your dog must have adequate and clean bedding.
2. Give high quality diet.
Give your dog the best diet that you can find. All year round, feed him with the best diet possible. This includes giving the dog some quality fat in his diet. Fat gives your dog enough energy to run. How much fat you give depends on various factors. For example, Alaskan Huskies are burning fat seemingly by just standing still! Some dogs like Malamutes and Siberians do not require fat as much. Don?t scrimp on quality.
3. Follow schedule.
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The Purity Of Distilled Water
The Purity Of Distilled Water
by: Dr Edward Steiner
This section will show you the best ways to infuse your cells and your body with life giving nourishment, water.
What makes up 70-80% of our planet? Water.
What makes up 70-80% of our body? That?s right, water.
Water is the single most important nutrient you will give your body apart from oxygen. Water rejuvenates us and carries vital nutrients all round the body where it?s needed. Water picks up all the leftovers, wastes and debris that the cells throw off into the lymph system and transport them out of the body via the channels of elimination.
So, when you drink more water it has the double combination of feeding your body and clearing you of all the waste products that were built up in your system.
Your brain needs water, and plenty of it. Without water, your brain will operate worn out, tired and sluggish. Water is the ultimate gift to give yourself to think...
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Health Risks Of Shower Filters
Health Risks Of Shower Filters
by: Vivek Sharma
Imagine yourself having a long and soaking bath in the candlelit bathroom with soft music playing in the background and water is having few drops of your favorite oil. Isn?t a treat for you and majority of the people enjoy this bath too but during that they forget that the water in which they are bathing is not safe. Yes, it has been confirmed by the experts that water is contaminated with various impurities mainly chlorine. Having a bath with chlorinated water usually leads to array of skin and lung related diseases. So in order to avoid these health risks shower filter is there for you. Majority of the populace is unaware that the water with which they are bathing is not safe and carries various germs and bacteria which become the root cause for many diseases. This is when shower filters come in to picture as they not only remove the chlorine from water but also eliminates the bad smell from it.
Shower...
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Online Shopping ? Is It Really So Great?
Online Shopping ? Is It Really So Great?
by: Kyle James
Online shopping - is it really so great? That is the question among many consumers in the United States. There are many that would rather go to the local shopping mall to make their purchases. Perhaps it is the socialization aspect or the smell of the mall that attracts them. Yes, I know people that like the smell of the mall! Other consumers are still intimidated by the Internet and afraid to give...
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Shopping Throughout Asia: Find Hidden Treasures Among the World's Finest Clothing and Jewelry
Shopping Throughout Asia: Find Hidden Treasures Among the World's Finest Clothing and Jewelry
by: John Riggin
In between climbing pagodas and snapping pictures of golden goddesses, most travelers to Asia take time to visit the shopping districts. The quality and selection of designer clothing and extravagant items found in shops across Asia will not disappoint those with a penchant for luxury goods. From China to India, great buys are available for those who...
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Universal Life Insurance
Universal Life Insurance
by: Gary Tallon
Universal life insurance is just one of several types of life insurance policy available through life companies today. Unlike term life insurance or mortgage (reducing) life insurance, universal life insurance gives your insurance policy a cash-in value, allowing you to withdraw funds accumulated on your universal policy as and when needed.
This flexible approach to life insurance is very popular in the US and offers...
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Refinancing Your Home - Is the Time Right?
Refinancing Your Home - Is the Time Right?
by: Keith Thompson
Refinancing your home is a major decision not to be taken lightly, even in this era of low interest rates and easy money. While every mortgage company in town is touting the strategy of getting a new loan before rates rise again, there are several things you'll want to be mindful of before you go about refinancing your home.
In my view the key to refinancing your home isn't just the rate they're...
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