Our mission is to connect every individual with their inner self, a sense of well being, and to enhance mindfulness in each present moment of our lives.

💛”OUR WHY”💛

Gypsy Waltz locations are solely owned by Christy Stransky.

My wish for each of you reading this message is to find the courage inside yourself to define and commit to your individual purpose and most of all to know we all have one! My goal is to develop and strengthen that bond or that promise you made with yourself to take care of your heart and your mind. I want each of you to know you are worthy of peace. You are worthy of having a happy life. My wish and my prayers include getting everyone I touch to connect and have the presence of mind to never quit, to never stop learning and getting curious with your present identity, and to embrace change. Change is necessary to evolve into better human beings, and embrace the beauty of our future, our next step and to LEVEL UP.

I wish that each of you have the confidence, freedom and empowerment to do what is in YOUR best interest, for YOUR well being, and an attitude that doesn’t need outside validation. There are no apologies needed for taking care of oneself.

Stand tall and proud, EVERYDAY. Read more, study more, and pray everyday all while telling yourself, “I’ve got this!” This, my friends, is how we “Rise up!!

The meaning behind the name and logo🌟💐

The name: A representation of our owner, Christy Stransky. An old soul with a wild heart. Cursed to wonder and travel. Through her own journey of trials and errors, she acknowledges and accepts what God has set for her and she chooses to waltz with grace.

The Star: symbolizes the energy and passion to strive for each day of our lives. A reminder of Christy’s mother and the zest for life that she had.

The Flowers: A daily reminder to owner, Christy, of where she came from. Her dad, John, passed 15 years ago and they were something that he loved. The resilience they represent and something that each of us can connect to on one level or another.

Water Intake: Stay Hydrated

Drinking water consistently and staying hydrated can be… hard! But as hard as it may be for us to remember, it’s that much harder for our bodies to run at their optimum levels without it. What is the importance of water? Why do we need it? What is hydration? And most importantly, how can we get more of it?

Questions like these are especially important for active bodies, including yours, Gypsy Fam!!

The more you expend energy (like working out) the more water you need to not only repair your body but to keep it running like a well-oiled machine. Our intention with this message is to not only help you understand the importance of regularly and consistently consuming water but actually learning how to enjoy doing it. Shall we continue?

Why is Water Important?

You may be thinking, “because our bodies use it, duh!”, but let’s take it a step further – why do our bodies use water and how do our bodies use water? In plain terms, water is involved in every single cellular and chemical reaction within the human body. Woah! Water’s function within the human body is to transport nutrients, waste, and oxygen throughout the body while also regulating temperature, protect your organs, relieve constipation, repair tissues, and lubricate joints.1

An average human being can live about 3 weeks, give or take. How long can humans live without water? Humans can live about 3-7 days without water. That’s not very long which means that it also doesn’t take very long to become dehydrated. You don’t get hydrated by drinking water occasionally, you become (and stay) hydrated by drinking water consistently.

What is Hydration?

Hydration is the term used to describe the process of replenishing lost water with water. Simple as that. You can replace water orally (think food & drink) or intravenously (think IV/saline).

Dehydration is just the opposite – the loss or removal of water from your body.

Dehydration: Signs and Symptoms

When we fail to provide our body with regularly adequate levels of water, we risk the body’s ability to perform normal functions with ease. Dehydration set’s in when your body loses too much water without replacement.

Mild dehydration signs and symptoms include (but not limited to):

dry mouth

cracked lips

constipation

fatigue

minimal/dark urine

a headache

Extreme dehydration signs and symptoms such as:

rapid heartbeat

extreme thirst

fever

little to no urination

severe muscle cramping

delirium

unconsciousness

Chronic dehydration is no joke either. While you may not think you are dehydrated to the negatively noticeable point, that doesn’t always mean you’re as hydrated as you should be. Adverse health effects from chronic dehydration can severely affect your organs and lead to cholesterol problems, constipation, kidney stones, liver, joint and even muscle damage. So while you may not feel like you fit in the mild or severe category, it’s imperative to hydrate daily with both drink and food.

Who is at Risk For Dehydration?

Nobody is exempt from being dehydrated. Dehydration is serious business and it doesn’t take much to get there. The average human body loses nearly 3 liters (that’s almost a gallon) of water by just functioning throughout the day. This is done by regulating body temperature, sweating, going to the tinkle, and even just breathing. That doesn’t include exercising or increased motor function outside of the body. During exercise alone, let’s go with an hour for example… the body loses 1-2 liters of water by just sweating.

How Much Water Should I Drink per Day?

Water intake values vary based from individual to individual – no big secret there. But following a few guidelines from the Mayo Clinic can help you find and establish a basal water intake level that’s right for you and your lifestyle.

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine recommends that men drink about 15.5 cups of fluids daily while women consume about 11.5 cups. Sounds like a lot doesn’t it? Good news, about 20% of that recommended intake will end up coming from foods (fruits and veggies) while the rest will come from various liquids including plain water, coffee, tea, and otherwise.

Factors that affect your RDI of water include your overall health, how much you exercise, your environment extreme hot and cold environments) pregnancy and preexisting health conditions. When it comes to exercising, we recommending drinking water before, during, and after your Gypsy Workouts.

Side Note: Sports drinks (high sugar & electrolyte content – think Gatorade) should only be a relied upon as a source of hydration when exercise is intense and lasts more than an hour.

Water is Important – Especially For Active Lifestyles

It’s no secret that water is important, if not the most basic and essential nutrient that your body uses every single day and in every single way. Whether it’s regulating temperature or helping you release toxins and increase oxygen production during exercise, water helps us feel and function at our very best throughout our day. When we don’t consume adequate amounts of water to not only maintain fluid homeostasis, we experience negative side effects of our body’s thirst.

Take pride in fueling and healing your body with water. The difference is immediately notable and instantly gratifying. Take pride in your health, set some water goals, and make a plan to achieve them. The work may seem hard now, but it will in time become a habit that your body will reward you for every single day!

Staying hydrated might be at the end of your day’s task list though. More often than not, we don’t consume nearly enough water to sustain happy cellular function and workout recovery. So how can you get more water throughout your busy days without the extra hassle? We’ve got you covered with our 7 best tips on how to drink more water.

Tips to Staying Hydrated

Tip #1: Drink Plain Filtered Water

Plain water is the best form of water to drink for overall hydration. Better yet, maybe it’s time you get a designated water bottle for yourself. We recommend getting a cute one that you can put stickers on from your favorite places, like Gypsy(yes, we have stickers!). Look for a water bottle that is BPA free and try to drink filtered water in an effort to avoid harmful toxins and minerals found in tap water, for example.

Tip #2: Add a Little Flavor

Ever had one of that tasty cucumber, or pineapple mint-infused, waters at the spa? Good news, you can make those at home! Adding a little bit of fresh or frozen fruit (and even herbs!) can really make drinking water more enjoyable. For more ideas, check out 27 DIY Fruit-Infused Water To Stay Hydrated by Self Magazine (yum!)

Tip #3: A Glass at Every Meal

This one is a good reminder to hydrate often – drink a glass of water anytime that you eat throughout the day. Before you know it, you’ll be in a great habit and feeling more hydrated than ever. Not to mention, you’ll feel fuller, longer, and be able to digest your food with ease.

Tip #4: Download a Water Tracking App

Having a daily water intake goal is great! It’s absolutely the first step. But how are you going to be successful, during your busy day, at not only drinking enough water but remembering how much you have left to drink? Installing an app, such as Daily Water Free or Carbodroid to your mobile device, can help you to drink water! If you’re not up for downloading an app, you can also set yourself a little alarm on your phone (set to about every hour and a half or two) in an effort to remind yourself to drink a glass of water.

Tip #5: Sparkling Water

When you’re out and about with your girlfriends for a drink, choosing to drink water over alcohol isn’t always easy. We recommend getting a soda water with lime and lemon. It looks like a drink and sort of tastes like a drink, without the calorie intensive and dehydrating characteristics of your favorite mai tai. Sparkling/Mineral water is also a great alternative to soda and/or sugary drinks. It tends to satisfy the want for carbonation without the extra calories and sugar. Which brings us to our next point…

Tip #6: Reduce Alcohol Intake

The only beverages that don’t count toward fluid hydration in the body are alcoholic beverages. These include wine, beer, and hard liquor which all have a diuretic effect and promote the production of urine. If you are going to have a drink (or two), drink a full glass of water between each to replenish what has been lost.

Tip #7: Eat More Raw Foods

You may think that the only way to get hydrated is to drink water. Bet you didn’t know that the food you eat can actually hydrate you, did you?! While food cannot account for all of our hydration (we must still rely on water), fruits and vegetables can improve our body’s fluid levels, naturally. Foods that hydrate includes watermelon, strawberries, cucumbers, celery, bell peppers, spinach and even broccoli.

Drinking water consistently and staying hydrated can be… hard! But as hard as it may be for us to remember, it’s that much harder for our bodies to run at their optimum levels without it. What is the importance of water? Why do we need it? And most importantly, how can we get more of it?

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