Need more energy...drink water! It's hot outside.

Yes, this is a good reminder, drink our water=more energy! Hugs Debbie

Do something Friday Posted: 18 Jun 2010 03:24 AM PDT How much water do you drink?  Notice I didn't say fluids -- I said water.  Not only does water have no calories, it is exactly what we need to replace the fluids we lose during this warmer weather.  Many of us misinterpret our thirst for hunger -- so not only are we increasing our number of calories when we eat instead of drink, we aren't giving our body what it really wants. This weekend, when you think you are hungry, drink a glass of water first.  Not as a way to cut calories but as an attempt to become more in tune with your sense of thirst.  It is heating up outside (thank goodness!) and we are going to be sweatin' more as we mow the lawn, walk to the corner, and take the trash out.    As you drink the water, pay attention to how it makes you feel.  If you are dehydrated (and it doesn't take much dehydration -- only 2-3% fluid loss)  your thinking less clear and  you feel tired and sluggish.  I can lose that amount of fluid mowing my yard -- and that only takes 45 minutes. Grab a bottle this weekend and start drinking.  With more fluid on board, I bet you are going to feel more energized and more awake.  Wow!  I don't know anyone who would turn that down!

Hello Debbie....I never have to worry about not getting my water in. That is all I drink and I drink it all day long. I get in more then enough everyday!!!

YAY....I am doing something right....LOL!!

Have a terrific day.....hugs....connie d

Connie in my book you do every thing right.
No mistakes at all...it's all a learning process.
You have a terrific day too. It sure is hot and muggy outside, went for a short walk and it's not nice!! LOL

I have to smile when I read how hot it is where you all live  Come on up to the Northwest. Summer still has not arrived,    we are in the low 60's    no rain today but that is a change.
We have a saying      "if you don't like the weather just wait 5 minutes"
If it hits 80 in July/Aug I will start complaining.

Saw my Dr yesterday  for my 8week post op and he was very understanding about my frustration with slow loss but he is happy. Says I am right on for 18months to 2 years to reach goal I'm still glad I had surgery and I no longer feel I  am dieting. I've dieted all my life but I no longer feel that way.   I have chosen a different lifestyle and I do not feel deprived at all.

Going to see a therapist today for help with my depression. Hope it works!!

Good for you seeking therapy for depression.
And you sound like you are doing great with a wonderful attitude...yes it's all about lifestyle change and exercise...for the rest of our life. So what if you lose weight slow, it's not a race and this is for our entire life! Hugs Debbie