Hydrated Joints, Happy Body: Why Water Still Beats the Fancy Stuff

Ever notice how your body just moves better when you’re on top of your water intake? Less creaky, less stiff, more ready to hit the barbell or chase the kids. I feel it straight away—when I’m hydrated, it’s like my joints have had a spray of WD-40. And after a day of lifting, coaching, or wrestling with the kids, that’s a big deal.

But hydration isn’t just about your joints.
Muscles, tendons, and fascia all rely on water to stay pliable, recover well, and keep you moving. Feel like your legs are made of jerky after a tough session? That’s probably not the program… it’s probably dehydration.

Before you fork out for massage guns, fancy compression boots, or another tub of powder—try this first: drink more water. Wild, I know.

So, how much should you be drinking?

Start with this:
➡️ About 33–40ml per kg if you're metric-minded.
Training hard, sweating, or working in the sun? Add another 750ml–1L for every hour you’re really working.

Not a water fan? Try this:

Hydration isn’t a motivation problem—it’s a habit one. So stack it into your day:

• Before your coffee? One big glass of water.
• Driving? Keep a bottle in the car. Sip at red lights.
• Scrolling? Water bottle in hand = sip every time you check your phone.
• Afternoon lull? Add some electrolytes to your 2pm water.
• Reminders? Set one on your phone that says “Be Less Shriveled.” (Yes, that’s literally what mine says.)

It’s simple, not sexy.

But it works. Consistency over perfection—just like training.

Hydrated bodies move better. Recover faster. Feel stronger.
And it's basically free (unless you’re into that san pellegrino sparkling stuff).

So drink up. Your knees, your muscles, and your post-WOD self will thank you.

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