Water sucks, it really really sucks!

Fit2Skinnyme33
Fit2Skinnyme33 Posts: 127 Member
in Health and Weight Loss
Need help or tips on how to make sure I get my water intake in. I have been having a big issue drinking it. For the most part I get my Amino Energy powder in my water in the AM and PM but that only gets me about 40oz of water. The other 60oz I am struggling to even drink. And sadly - I am not getting really any other fluid in either.

No I don't drink soda, really don't want to use crystal light or other similar products because of the aspartame in them. So I have been thinking, since we are coming up to Spring and Summer and the wonderful sun in the PNW of making Ice Tea... unsweetened of course, I prefer it that way.

Any other idea's?
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  • missjazzyfe
    missjazzyfe Posts: 30
    You can add fruit to them. I've seen a lot of things about soaking fruit in water overnight and stuff to get the taste naturally.
  • CoachReddy
    CoachReddy Posts: 3,949 Member
    Need help or tips on how to make sure I get my water intake in. I have been having a big issue drinking it. For the most part I get my Amino Energy powder in my water in the AM and PM but that only gets me about 40oz of water. The other 60oz I am struggling to even drink. And sadly - I am not getting really any other fluid in either.

    No I don't drink soda, really don't want to use crystal light or other similar products because of the aspartame in them. So I have been thinking, since we are coming up to Spring and Summer and the wonderful sun in the PNW of making Ice Tea... unsweetened of course, I prefer it that way.

    Any other idea's?

    why... don't... you like water? is it bad where you live? get a filter.

    it's kind of important.
  • dayone987
    dayone987 Posts: 645 Member
    Your body is capable of getting its H20 requirements from pretty much anything that contains water; coffee, tea, juice, fruits, vegetables etc. So,you don't really have to drink 64 oz of plain water everyday
  • bluebear_74
    bluebear_74 Posts: 179
    Carry a water bottle with you everywhere. If you don't like the taste add fruit to it or consider getting fruit teas (i.e. http://t2tea.com/tea/herbal-fruit-tisanes/fruit/) and chilling it.

    While tea is good for you, I'm pretty sure ONLY tea is isn't probably the best idea. Keep in mind there's caffeine in tea.

    I find it bazaar when people say they don't like water. You don't like air too?
  • 2FatToRun
    2FatToRun Posts: 810 Member
    green tea loves you it helps with sore muscles for me.No added sweetners maybe honey when it is hot but thats when I am sore sore sore. No caff in green tea
  • lilRicki
    lilRicki Posts: 4,555 Member
    I splash a tiny bit of lemon juice into my water, just to give it some flavour. I also drink tons of green tea (both hot and cold)
  • Meaganandcheese
    Meaganandcheese Posts: 525 Member
    Infused water is great!
  • Fit2Skinnyme33
    Fit2Skinnyme33 Posts: 127 Member
    Its not that I don't like it I just am struggling with make it a priority in my "routine" of the day.
  • 2FatToRun
    2FatToRun Posts: 810 Member
    Carry a water bottle with you everywhere. If you don't like the taste add fruit to it or consider getting fruit teas (i.e. http://t2tea.com/tea/herbal-fruit-tisanes/fruit/) and chilling it.

    While tea is good for you, I'm pretty sure ONLY tea is isn't probably the best idea. Keep in mind there's caffeine in tea.

    I find it bazaar when people say they don't like water. You don't like air too?


    I cant get anyone in my whole family to drink water I mention it they act like I am a looney tune. And of course my fat old man cant have tea unless it has 2 cups of sugar to sweeten the pitcher :sick: It has gotten soooo bad that the children refuse to drink tap water and if left no other choice they will drink bottled. I purposely forget to buy drinks and sugar all the time when I shop lol I dont understand it is so good lol and free. Well water bill but you know what I mean lol
  • aj7x
    aj7x Posts: 84 Member
    Try drinking it room temperature. I love water, I drink about 3-4 liters a day, but I could never get it down if it was cold! Also using a pre-measured bottle helps as well. I have a one litter bottle that I drink out of all day and make myself drink at least 2.
  • jasmine_noel
    jasmine_noel Posts: 62 Member
    I will drink a ton more water if it's iced with lemon. I also love Celestial Seasonings herbal teas as iced tea. They're caffeine free and have a sweet-ish fruit flavor without any calories (country peach is my favorite). I make a big pitcher of it and it's good for a week if it lasts that long in my fridge.
  • Fit2Skinnyme33
    Fit2Skinnyme33 Posts: 127 Member
    You can add fruit to them. I've seen a lot of things about soaking fruit in water overnight and stuff to get the taste naturally.

    That's a good idea. Haven't thought of that. I do sometimes add lemon but adding raspberry or strawberry with a couple sprigs of mint would be good. Hmm thanks!
  • JuliaLee67
    JuliaLee67 Posts: 149
    Have you tried putting a slightly muddled slice of citrus (lemon, lime, orange), sprig of fresh mint, or slice of cucumber, in iced water and drinking it that way? The flavor permeates the water and adds no calories. In the summer, I like mint, cucumber and lime together, it's very refreshing and I manage to drink all the water I'm supposed to.
  • cwolfman13
    cwolfman13 Posts: 41,865 Member
    sweat more...the more I sweat the more parched I am...the more I need water.
  • MyM0wM0w
    MyM0wM0w Posts: 2,008 Member
    You can add fruit to them. I've seen a lot of things about soaking fruit in water overnight and stuff to get the taste naturally.

    This. I drop a few chunks of fruit (pineapple is my favorite followed by strawberries) into the glass and keep refilling the glass with water all day. At the end of the day I toss the fruit in the disposal and wash the glass. DELICIOUS!!! It would work great with sparkling water too for some extra zip.
  • wannatangle
    wannatangle Posts: 80 Member
    I have a Soda Stream and carbonate it. I don't add any flavorings just make it sparkling.
  • sarah44254
    sarah44254 Posts: 3,078 Member
    add a straw
    try at room temp, makes it easier to drink faster than cold water
    maybe a fun container will help you want to drink it

    really i love water and i am sorry you are having this issue :( not sure how to make you like something you dislike

    also a mint leaf per gallon will make a nice flavor
  • Fit2Skinnyme33
    Fit2Skinnyme33 Posts: 127 Member
    You can add fruit to them. I've seen a lot of things about soaking fruit in water overnight and stuff to get the taste naturally.

    This. I drop a few chunks of fruit (pineapple is my favorite followed by strawberries) into the glass and keep refilling the glass with water all day. At the end of the day I toss the fruit in the disposal and wash the glass. DELICIOUS!!! It would work great with sparkling water too for some extra zip.


    I like it! Thanks ya'll!
  • bumblebums
    bumblebums Posts: 2,181 Member
    I like lime juice in my water. Either fresh squeezed or from a bottle when I can't get fresh limes.

    As someone above said, try experimenting with temperature, too. Some people like water at room temp, and others really have to have it iced to drink lots of it. My water bottle is a thermos (hydroflask.com), so the water stays nice and cold.
  • Showmm
    Showmm Posts: 406 Member
    Need help or tips on how to make sure I get my water intake in. I have been having a big issue drinking it. For the most part I get my Amino Energy powder in my water in the AM and PM but that only gets me about 40oz of water. The other 60oz I am struggling to even drink. And sadly - I am not getting really any other fluid in either.

    100 ounces? 3 quarts of water??

    I think you should aim for around 64oz and not worry about it if you only drink 40oz. As others have said, all the moisture in your food can count too.
  • Anayalata
    Anayalata Posts: 391 Member
    Filtered water is pretty delicious. I don't know why you don't like it.

    I just get a few 5-gallon jugs filled at the local water shop and go to town.

    Every now and then I'll use Mio. (Aspartame isn't bad for you unless you seriously over-consume it. As in several gallons of diet soda a day.)
  • mmoonstars
    mmoonstars Posts: 103 Member
    ditto on the adding things to the water that aren't calorie filled

    I keep a bottle at my desk so it's right there in front of me and I don't have to make it a concious thing.

    Also just try for a glass at lunch or with whatever other snacks you are eating so that if you are adding that a few times a day that should tip you to that # you are hoping for

    Options:
    Cucumber
    mint
    lemon or lime juice
    watermelon
  • Flyersteve18
    Flyersteve18 Posts: 53 Member
    every hour at work i chug a glass of water. I also have a glass of milk with my oats and a glass of water with each meal. I drink 8-10 glasses of water a day, I stop after I finish my workout (4:30 or 5:30 pm) so I don't have to wake up and pee at night (go to bed at 9pm). Works wonderfully, even if you don't like the taste thats why I recommend chugging. Another reason is that I'll forget to sip on the water and end up not drinking 8-10 glasses, chugging makes things easier even if sipping 8-10 glasses is better for you, still get the same outcome. Hydration.
  • ecw3780
    ecw3780 Posts: 608 Member
    Chug a glass of water every time you go to the bathroom. You just have to make it a routine.
  • piper1721
    piper1721 Posts: 2
    I have to agree with you!! I struggle with water, I just has NO taste and is not what I grab first! If you get any good ideas, please share!
  • EgyptianGirlzCurlz
    EgyptianGirlzCurlz Posts: 4
    As crazy as it may sound, get a glass of water, add a few ice cubes to it and then add some slices of cucumber. You will be amazed at how crisp and refreshing the water will taste. It almost changes the flavor of the water to taste like a small glass of heaven. Then afterwards you can eat the slices of cucumber and have a drink and a healthy snack at the same time.
  • larsen626
    larsen626 Posts: 99 Member
    I hate water too I had gastric surgery and that made it even worse now it literally HURTS!!!! to drink it I do the best I can I get about half of what I am supposed to and seem to be doing fine on that intake not gonna kill myself to get in 8 glasses
  • amykluver
    amykluver Posts: 184 Member
    Its not that I don't like it I just am struggling with make it a priority in my "routine" of the day.

    When I struggled with a health condition (dysautonomia) that's now "in remission" I was instructed to keep a LARGE glass of water next to my bed and in the morning when I wake up, sit up in bed but to drink the entire glass of water before I stand up. (It was to help raise my blood pressure, and stay hydrated therefore helping my struggle w/ the effects of the dysautonomia.)

    Come to think of it - that would be good for me to start doing again just for the health of it. :-)
  • JGainingHealth
    JGainingHealth Posts: 194 Member
    I just bought a really cute 32oz bottle from VS Pink and I fill it about 3 times/day. For some reason water tastes better when it comes from a cute bottle. lol
  • twisted88
    twisted88 Posts: 294 Member
    Use a straw so it goes down faster?

    Honestly I enjoy water, so i don't really understand why you hate it, unless like Coach Reddy said it's crappy and then filter it.

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