Don’t chase a number; chase a habit. Keep a reusable bottle on your desk and take a sip every time you finish an email or a task. That micro-habit adds up to two or three cups without you noticing.
Add a splash of lemon, a cucumber slice, or a few mint leaves if plain water bores you. If you’re the type who forgets to drink, set a gentle reminder on your phone or use a water-tracking app. But please, don’t stress if you miss a glass—your body will nudge you when it’s time.
During exercise, drink before you feel parched. A good rule: drink about half a cup of water every 15 to 20 minutes during a workout. For longer sessions (over an hour), consider an electrolyte boost—especially if you’re sweating like you’re in a hot yoga class in Miami.
