Because 60% of your body can’t be ignored

Water, water everywhere, but no respect it gets.

We mean, when’s the last time you said to a friend, “We should get together for a water sometime.”

Even though it’s the foundation of our human bodies, water often takes the social beverage backseat to the likes of coffee, wine and beer.

But we’re moving H₂O to its deserved spot in the front seat with this month’s self-care challenge: Drink more water.

Standard estimates historically have encouraged people to drink at least 64 ounces of water each day. This amount isn’t set in stone and it varies from person to person, but it provides a ballpark amount.

Water makes up roughly 60 percent of the human body. It is a fundamental key for hydration and helping our bodies function. The Mayo Clinic highlights the benefits of water and its ability to get rid of waste, moderate your body’s temperature, cushion joints and protect tissues.

So use this month to focus on your water intake, even if it means meeting friends for a pint chilled on ice.

Keep track of your progress by visiting healthstorylines.com to set up your free account. Then download the free Health Storylines app and check out its tools such as “Routine Builder”  or “My Journal” to help monitor your water intake.

And don’t forget to share how you are staying hydrated by posting photos to our Facebook or Twitter and use #selfcareMVMT