Hydration Station! Why Hydrating is Sooooo Important!

Do joints actually “dry out” from dehydration?

Not exactly. Your joints don’t shrivel up like a sponge left in the sun if you skip a few glasses of water. Here’s the science-y breakdown:

What actually keeps joints lubricated?

• Synovial fluid: This is the slick stuff inside your joints that reduces friction, kind of like WD-40 for your knees and elbows.

• Synovial fluid is made up of water, hyaluronic acid, and other proteins. So yes, water is a major component.

So is hydration important?

Yes, but not in the way some memes make it sound. While dehydration won’t instantly turn your joints into creaky door hinges, chronic dehydration can reduce overall fluid availability in the body. That means:

• Less water for synovial fluid production

• Decreased shock absorption in joints

• Potential increase in joint stiffness over time

 But doesn’t your body prioritize fluid for essential functions?

Exactly. When you’re low on water, your body triages:

• Brain and vital organs get top priority.

• Less critical systems (like your joints) may get less of the hydration love.

• So you might feel achier or stiffer if you’re regularly dehydrated.

Bottom line:

Your joints don’t “dry out” like a plant you forgot to water, but…

• Staying hydrated does support joint health.

• It helps keep synovial fluid balanced and cushions cartilage.

• So while water alone won’t fix bad knees, it’s part of a healthy joint support system (along with movement, nutrition, and overall inflammation control).

Stay Hydrated, Stay POP Strong!

Your joints might not dry out like a sponge, but they’ll thank you for keeping the water flowing! And what better way to sip in style than with our new POP Water Bottles, featuring built-in straws and designed in our beautiful studio colours.

Perfect for reformer classes, daily hydration, or keeping at your desk as a gentle reminder to drink up and move often.

Available now at the studio or check out our new online store-front. I’m so excited!

We only have a few left @ our introductory price $14.99 Grab yours at the front desk or DM us on Instagram to reserve one before they’re gone, hydration never looked this chic.

xo

Marion