If you can use some psychology, I will often tell myself, "I can't do [some task that I want to do] until I finish this bottle of water." I am terrible about drinking water, but my weight loss increases noticeably when I manage my 8 glasses a day. You'd think that would be enough of a push, but no! So if I want to eat lunch, I will say, "I can't eat this sandwich until I finish this bottle of water." It works for me.

Hello Rodeogirl;
One thing that I have found that works really well; is drinking regular water in the mornings, I add lemon in the afternoons and in the evenings I use Mio; they are all 0,0,0.

Good luck!

Rachel3

Originally Posted by rodeogirl:
Ok folks I need some opinions.

I do not drink nearly enough water (I know! I know!) I used to carry a water bottle around with me but even that doesn't seem to be working this time. I need some motivation or help or encouragement or kick in the bootie or SOMETHING because I think this is the next important step to add to my plan.

This is something that I know I need to do & has helped me before...go to Zaxby's & get a large cup of ice water. :) They have the best ice!

Hi rodeogirl,

I know what you mean about not getting enough water. Usually I drink what I can during the day, but if I forget I try to catch up in the evening. I only drink water or tea with my meals, except for coffee w milk in the morning.

Good luck - it's tough getting all this weight loss/health & fitness stuff worked into your daily routine.

Great tips everyone. I drank one big bottle yesterday evening but need to get on it for today still...think I'll go fill up that bottle right now.

I bet McDonalds would sell you some straws. I know someone who bought a box of straws at Sonic once. You can also purchase that crushed ice by the bag from Sonic. Who knew?

Originally Posted by AwShucks:
I bet McDonalds would sell you some straws. I know someone who bought a box of straws at Sonic once. You can also purchase that crushed ice by the bag from Sonic. Who knew?

I LOVEEEEEE Sonic crushed ice and it so helps me to drink my water.

As for McDonald straws they are awesome also but I do not go there anymore so I don't have any either :( You should go and ask the worse they can say is no.

I HATE water, literally HATE it so it has to have ice in it for me to even think about it. I have a 3 liter bottle on my desk at work and my goal is to drink one a day. Just started yesterday so we will see how that goes but I did accomplish the mission yesterday! :carrot: