National Hydration Day
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Overview
National Hydration Day, observed annually on June 23rd, is dedicated to raising awareness about the critical importance of proper hydration for maintaining overall health and well-being. It encourages individuals to make conscious efforts to drink enough water throughout the day, especially during warmer months, to support essential bodily functions, boost energy levels, and prevent the adverse effects of dehydration.
Origin and story
The adult human body is composed of approximately 55-60% water.
Even mild dehydration can impair mood, concentration, and physical performance.
Quick facts
- DateJune 23
- TypeHealth / Wellness
- Great forWellness groups, Gyms, Health classes
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Ways to celebrate
National Hydration Day exists because a high school football coach turned his players' worst problem into an invention, and the day itself became his memorial.
The coach who invented a hydrating mouthguard
Victor Hawkins, a high school football coach, kept seeing his players struggle through practices and games because of dehydration. Rather than just telling them to drink more water, he partnered with SafeTGard to design a mouthguard called FuelGard that slowly released electrolytes into a player's mouth during play, keeping them hydrated without needing a water break. When Hawkins died in 2012, SafeTGard established June 23 as National Hydration Day in his honor, and the observance has since grown from an athlete-focused campaign into a general reminder for everyone to drink enough water.
Ways to mark the day
- Track how much water you actually drink today against how much you think you drink.
- Swap one sugary or caffeinated drink for water.
- Set a refill reminder if you tend to forget water during a busy workday, the exact problem Hawkins was trying to solve for athletes.
Helpful resources: Pocari Sweat, "National Hydration Day", which covers the Victor Hawkins/FuelGard origin story in detail.
Did you know?
The adult human body is roughly 55-60% water, which is why even mild dehydration can measurably affect concentration and physical performance.
Fun facts
- The adult human body is composed of approximately 55-60% water.
- Even mild dehydration can impair mood, concentration, and physical performance.
- Beyond plain water, fruits and vegetables like watermelon, strawberries, and cucumbers have high water content and contribute significantly to daily fluid intake.
Sources and attribution
Primary source: Pocari Sweat, "National Hydration Day".
External links may lead to third-party websites.
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FAQ
- When is National Hydration Day?
- It is observed on June 23 each year.
- What is National Hydration Day?
- National Hydration Day, observed annually on June 23rd, is dedicated to raising awareness about the critical importance of proper hydration for maintaining overall health and well-being. It encourages individuals to make conscious efforts to drink enough water throughout the day, especially during warmer months, to support essential bodily functions, boost energy levels, and prevent the adverse effects of dehydration.
- How do people celebrate National Hydration Day?
- People track their water intake and learn the day's origin: high school football coach Victor Hawkins co-invented an electrolyte-releasing mouthguard called FuelGard, and SafeTGard established June 23 as National Hydration Day in his honor after he passed away in 2012.
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