Water is Essential - Let Me Tell You Why

I am Scott Parker and here's my story.

I am the founder and CEO of TruResults, a personal fitness company specializing in holistic approaches to create and maintain a healthy mind, body and soul. Established in 2006, the workout regimen of the TruResults system does not require the use of traditional gym equipment. In fact, it does not require any equipment at all. My clients are serviced in their offices, homes, parks or anywhere they wish to workout. TruResults has attracted the likes of many celebrity clients and others on the move. I focus on the best way to help my clients reach their fitness goals within the context of their individual lifestyles.

Based on the foundations and principles of proper nutrition, good exercise and a positive attitude, I work with clients to increase their knowledge of healthy diets and wellness, increase their self confidence and stimulate their desire to improve physical appearance and presentation. I am one of three celebrity fitness trainers featured on the TV Guide Channel’s “Building the Hollywood Body”.

I have used my science-based education and professional experience to become a much sought-after personal trainer. While a student at Florida A&M University, I studied biology and chemistry. I also completed graduate work in pharmacology at the University. Having worked for several major pharmaceutical drug companies, I have clinical research experience and knowledge of the human anatomy and physiology. I have over 12 years of personal training and martial arts practice and have used those skills and my science background to become a well-rounded expert in total body fitness.

Based in Los Angeles, California, my TruResults fitness system offers a three-tiered solution of nutrition, exercise and attitude to help its clients achieve a total wellness balance.

I decided to start a blog to offer weekly fitness tips to help those of you are struggling with developing a fitness routine as well as to show the progress of a few of the clients I work with. You can also email me your fitness questions and concerns, but be prepared for honesty in my answers - don't ask a question you don't really want the answer to.

So, here's this week's tip –

DRINK ONE GALLON OF WATER A DAY

Do you ever wonder why your skin looks so dry? Pimples all over your back? Working out like crazy and still no results? I would suggest looking at your water intake. All the Proactiv in the world won't work unless you drink at least 1 gallon of H2O per day. While the body can last up to six weeks without food, it can only last a week without water. Water serves a variety of functions in the human body, and when approaching fitness goals, removing waste and converting food into energy is probably the most vital function of water. A general rule of thumb is to drink at least eight glasses = 64 ounces. But the more active you are the more water your body needs; therefore, when beginning a fitness routine, I recommend a gallon a day. By drinking water you actually lose weight by stopping your body from retaining water. And remember, by the time you feel thirsty, your body is already slightly dehydrated, so drink up BEFORE the thirst hits.