Regular physical activity is vital to good health, and a very important part of weight loss and weight maintenance. Proper fluid intake is essential for good health, especially for active lifestyles. Water alone can provide the necessary hydration your body needs; however, studies show that individuals drink 45-50 percent more liquid when it is flavored. According to the National Academy of Sciences hydration guidelines, women require an average of 9 cups of fluid a day, while men need an average of 13 cups a day. Proper hydration is important for such processes as regulating body temperature, transporting nutrients and oxygen and cushioning joints and organs.
People choose to consume low-calorie products for many reasons. Of those who do consume these products, 73 percent do so to stay in overall better health and 68 percent do so to eat or drink healthier foods and beverages, according to the Calorie Control Council. Drinks such as diet soft drinks, low-calorie juices and reduced-calorie flavored drinks provide flavor, aid hydration and won’t significantly contribute calories to the diet. Read on for more information on how to incorporate fitness into your lifestyle, as well as how to properly nourish and hydrate your body for exercise.
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Fluid Intake
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Hydration
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President’s Fitness Challenge
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President’s Fitness Challenge: Teens
President’s Fitness Challenge: Adults
President’s Fitness Challenge: Seniors
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The Step Challenge: Family Fitness
The Step Challenge: Hydration
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The Step Challenge: Weight Loss
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