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Hydration At Work? 3354

Today is day 10 of the Hydration Challenge ! We understand that drinking water while at work can pose a challenge and hope that our blog,  Stay Hydrated on the Job , can provide you with some tips. We also encourage you to help  set up a hydration station at your organization,  if they are not already in place. Many organizations have started creating these ...

Schedule Your Sips 3353

Today is day 9 of the Hydration Challenge !   We are at the tail-end of week 2. Have you made drinking water part of your routine yet? Schedule your sips.   Just like you turn a patient every two hours or give them medication at a set time, create your own hydration timetable. Set your smartphone alarm for set sipping times during the day or use those  Daily ...

Eat Water-Rich Fruits & Veggies 3352

Today is day 8 of the Hydration Challenge !  Today's tip is to  eat water-rich fruits and veggies.  Many fruits and vegetables are close to 90 percent water. Include these types of high-water content produce in your meals or as snacks for added hydration:   Vegetables Fruit Cucumber Watermelon Lettuce Strawberries Celery ...

Jazz up your ice! 3351

Today is day 7 of the Hydration Challenge !  Today's tip is to  jazz up your ice. Make flavored ice cubes  to add more flavor to your drink as they melt. Try to keep sugar content to a minimum, but experiment with combinations of herbs and fruit  or use plain frozen fruit, like lemon slices. watermelon, strawberries, blueberries or melon balls for ...

Dress Up Your Drink! 3350

It's day 6 of the Hydration Challenge ! Today's tip is to  dress up your drink.  Something as simple as a stylish water bottle or a  fun straw  can make you more inclined to sip. Check out these  water bottles  that  Health Magazine  editors use. Bottles that are BPA-free, stainless steel, or glass are all options that are  safe r  than traditional ...

swap your soda. 3348

It's day 5 of the Hydration Challenge ! Today's tip is to  swap your soda. If you love pop, carbonated water or seltzer may be one way to sip more water. Look for a seltzer without added sugar or  make your own . Consider substituting one can of soda per day with club soda or sparkling water instead. Is there a brand or type of seltzer you prefer? How has the ...

Infuse Your Water 3346

It's day 4 of the Hydration Challenge ! Today's tip is to  infuse your water with fruits, veggies, or herbs.  You’ll be more likely to pour yourself a glass when your water has some flavor and the pitcher looks inviting. Give some of  these ideas  from  All Recipes  a try.  Let us know which ones you try and how you did on day 3 in our challenge updates section ...

How Do You Like Your Water? 3345

It's day 3 of the Hydration Challenge ! Today's tip is to  f ind your favorite temp and type of water. Most people have a preference when it comes to drinking water. Some people like a refreshing ice-cold glass while others like their water bottle at room temperature or even slightly warm.   Although it’s often said that cold water burns more calories, the  ...

Make Agua Your Appetizer. 3342

It's day 2 of the Hydration Challenge ! Today's tip is to  m ake  agua  your appetizer.  Do you pour a glass of coffee every morning on auto-pilot? Try to do the same for water. Before you drink any other liquid, have a snack, or dig into a meal, drink a glass of water. It’s an easy way to remember to drink up. Plus, having water before a meal or snack can fill you ...

Count Your Cups 3341

Welcome to our  Hydration Challenge !  Today's tip is to  Count your cups.  Do you know how much water you drink in a typical day? When you examine how much you sip, you might be surprised.  Figure out how much you already drink and then over the course of the challenge strive to down a particular number of ounces each day to gradually increase it. You may ...

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I absolutely LOVE being around water. Being in a swimming pool, floating on my back with my ears under the water, staring up at the sky…… Im basically in heaven!! One of my all time favorite memories is when I had my own private balcony next to the ocean in Cancun Mex., and I left the door open every night to feel the ocean breeze and hear the waves…. again, heaven...

yes meditating while walking is great! You're active, but getting relaxed at the same time!

it also works for me.  I use it to talk to God and it works. It is relaxing and soothing. 

I did the standing calf raises, the push ups and took the stairs between documenting on patients. 

Taking care of self is not always easy, so today I challenge myself to indulge in Self Care. Be Well!