💧 The Hydration Equation For Active Men

PLUS: The Concept Of The "Cheat Meal"

Author

Ryan Engel
July 09, 2026

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TODAY’S LEVEL UP:

  • Coach’s Corner: The hydration equation for active men

  • Myth or Real: The concept of the "cheat meal"

  • Quick Tip: Sneaking in extra steps during the workday

  • Fit Trivia: What is the strongest muscle in the human body relative to its size?

The Hydration Equation For Active Men

Most guys walk around in a state of mild dehydration, which crushes performance and energy levels.

The simple math:

  • Aim to drink at least half your body weight in ounces of water daily. (If you weigh 200 lbs, that’s 100 oz).

  • Add an extra 16-20 oz for every hour of intense exercise.

Pro Tip: Add a pinch of sea salt or an electrolyte packet to your morning water to help your body actually absorb it. Hydration is the easiest performance enhancer.

FROM RYAN’S DESK

The easy path offers comfort now but regret later. The hard path demands effort now but rewards you for years to come. Every difficult choice is an investment in your future. Be the guy who chooses what’s right over what’s easy. That’s where success is built.

Myth or Real: The Concept Of The "Cheat Meal"

We've all heard of the legendary Sunday cheat meal. But is it helping or hurting?

The Reality: Viewing food as a "cheat" creates a negative psychological relationship with eating. Instead of "cheating," plan for intentional indulgences. If you eat well 80-90% of the time, having a burger and fries won't derail your progress.

Call it a "free meal" or simply a conscious choice. Enjoy your food without the guilt trip.

Quick Tip: Sneaking In Extra Steps During The Workday

Sitting at a desk all day is the silent killer of calorie burn. NEAT (Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis) accounts for a massive portion of your daily energy expenditure.

How to boost it:

  • Take walking meetings whenever possible.

  • Park at the far end of the lot.

  • Set a timer to stand up and move for 2 minutes every hour.

Those small movements add up quickly. Keep the engine running all day.

Fit Trivia: What is the strongest muscle in the human body relative to its size?

Answer: The masseter! It’s the main muscle used for chewing. When all the jaw muscles work together, they can close the teeth with a force as great as 200 pounds on the molars.

Ryan Engel, Intl. Fat Loss Coach

Ryan is a leading fitness coach and one of the most known professionals in the space.

He specializes in Body Recomposition and visual body aesthetics and has reached millions worldwide with his powerful messaging. He brings a unique, non-nonsense, yet sophisticated approach to body change.

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