New Year’s Resolution Check In
I know we are barely two weeks into the new year, but according to this New York Times article, 1/3 of the people who make New Year’s resolutions will break them by the end of January. So, now probably is a good time for a New Year’s resolution check in. For me, that means providing an update on how I am doing with my Just 1 Thing Challenge goal and sharing my tips to drink more water.
The just one thing I decided to focus on is drinking at least 64 ounces of water a day, and I have been using my Waterlogged App to keep track of my water and hold myself accountable.
I am pretty proud of how well I have done. Since I started focusing on this goal on December 29, I only fell short of my goal once, on a Sunday:
I think it’s interesting that I drank a bit more water the next day. I do remember being more thirsty the next morning.
Over these past two weeks, I have developed some tips to drink more water.
- Keep track throughout the day. As crazy as it seems, I am realizing that if I don’t log my water as I drink it, I can’t remember how far along I am towards my daily goal. Did I drink one bottle of water or two since I got to work? Did I refill my water bottle once or twice since lunch? If I’ve had a hectic day, I really can’t remember.
- Set mini-goals. On weekdays, I try to drink 16 oz before I leave for work, another 16 oz before lunch, and another 16 oz before I head home. That leaves 16 oz for the evening, which can be a struggle, but is doable. On weekends my schedule is less rigid, but as long as I make a conscious effort, I can reach my goal.
- Alternate other beverages. I usually drink close to 16 oz water first thing in the morning (some when I wake up, some while I walk the dog. some during and after my workout), and then enjoy two cups of coffee with breakfast before I head to work. Instead of stopping t Starbucks on my way into the office, I try to put off my Starbucks run until I’ve had another 16 oz of water at work. Then in the evening, I hold off on pouring a glass of wine until I’ve had that last 16 oz of water. These self-imposed rules make sure I drink my water before I enjoy other beverages.
- Make drinking water easy. I am still amused and amazed by how much more water I drink when my cup or bottle has a straw. Some people like to drink their water from a special glass, or add a flavor like lemon, lime, or cucumber, but I’m fine with plain water. On the other hand, I hate how slow our refrigerator water dispenser is, so I started keeping a pitcher of water in the fridge so I can refill my water bottle more quickly.
- Appreciate the benefits of water. Before I started focusing on this goal, I probably was drinking 32-48 oz of water a day. I know it was impacting my energy levels and making me vulnerable to snack attacks. I definitely feel better and have been less tempted by mindless snacking now that I am reaching my 64 oz goal.
If you made a resolution are you still sticking with it?
Do you have any tips to drink more water?
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Love this! I fill my water bottle up and make a goal to drink it all by X time. I’m not making it every day… but I’m doing better!
Having a deadline can help!
I know this might sound strange but every time I have to use the restroom it serves as a reminder to drink. I down about 1/3 of my water wattle before heading to the restroom.
I love tea, so I have to really focus on alternating each cup with a glass of water. Great tips!
I’m a straw drinker too. And I’m so much better about water during the work week when I have a big bottle on my desk. I need to attach that bottle to me on the weekends, too. Great tips!
Thanks for the great tips! I definitely need to drink more water!
I was going to say what Carrie did – I think having a straw in the cup helps you drink more!!!
Your comment about how drinking water helps with energy and keeping snack attacks down is reason enough for me to drink more. Thanks for that insight, I had no idea.
Yes, we tend to confuse thirst for hunger, and being dehydrated definitely can sap your energy!
That’s great. I have been terrible about drinking water and last week I got the most ridiculous side cramp during my run. THAT made me recommit to drinking water. So far so good. I just have to keep carrying a water bottle around with me and take breaks when I’m working on the computer (I just forget to drink!).
Great tips! Drinking more water is one of my goals, too. (I can’t make just one, however, because I tend to overcomplicate things! haha) I am doing just okay…when I’m busy at work, I don’t drink as much b/c I’m all over the hospital and can’t carry it with me. And it’s SO weird, but I do drink more water when I have a cute water bottle. LOL
Great article. I too use WaterLogged App for tracking water intake. Love it and for the past month and half I am successful in logging 64Oz everyday 🙂
I agree with the straw drinkers. I drink more with a straw. Great tips!
Great tips. My fave one so far is to drink out of a cup or bottle that you LOVE. When I have a new bottle or favourite mug I tend to reach for it more often. Works like a charm for me!
My daily routine is to drink 1000 ml of water daily and get some exercise.