Last week I mentioned taking a healthier life in baby steps. Last week I tried to focus on Time Management. I just wanted to make sure that whatever else happened, I made it to the gym. I am happy to report that I went 4 out of 7 days! 2 of the other days I still got a work out but it was playing co-ed volleyball and a ladies event at my church.
This week I would like to focus on water intake. Sometimes I am great at drinking water, and others its like I am lucky to get in 2 cups of anything into my system. Water is essential to any ones daily life. Its the purest form of hydration that God has granted us with, and unless you are trying to be stupid and drink 25 gallons in 1 hour, you can have as much of it as you want!
At my Church's ladies night, my very good friend led the devo and she gave a really helpful idea. Carry water with you everywhere! Take it with you when you are running your errands, or going to work. If you are sipping on water then you will be less likely to stop and get a coffee or soda. Or even go through the drive through for Sonic Mozzarella sticks.. ( my weakness). We have heard it time and time again that a lot of times your body mistakes hunger for thirst. So if you think your getting a snack wave, drink a glass of water and wait 15 minuets. If you are still hungry afterward have a light snack. If its sweets you crave grab those Crystal Light packets. They are 0 calories and will satisfy your sweet tooth!
Another quick idea. My Dad told me this years ago and I just recently tried it. Buy plain non fat yogurt, take the serving amount and add just a sprinkle or two of Crystal Light. (to taste). Very low calorie, and will be a sweet healthy snack. Plus plain yogurt is way cheaper than that flavored stuff! Cut up your own fruit to throw in there too!
WATER! drink it! My focus this week to add to time management is WATER! I challenge you to join me in taking small steps. Whats your focus going to be this week? Happy Dropin'!
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