Structured water

Why I Switched to Structured Water (And Why It Might Matter More Than You Think)

February 25, 20264 min read
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Let’s talk about something we all think we’re doing well…

Drinking water.

Most of my clients come to me focused on protein, strength training, hormones, peptides, fat loss, sleep — all the big rocks. But one foundational piece that often gets overlooked?

Hydration quality.

Not just how much water you drink — but what kind of water you’re drinking.

That’s where MAYU completely changed the game for me.


What Is Structured Water?

Structured water refers to water that has been reorganized to more closely mimic how water exists in nature — flowing in streams, spiraling in rivers, and moving dynamically rather than sitting stagnant.

In nature, water is constantly in motion. That movement — especially vortex motion — changes the way water molecules interact with each other. When water is vortexed, it:

  • Increases oxygenation

  • Reduces dissolved gases like excess CO₂

  • Improves taste and smoothness

  • Enhances how the body absorbs it

MAYU uses vortex technology to recreate that natural movement right on your countertop.

If you want a deeper dive into the science of structured water and how it’s made, this is a great resource:
👉 https://mayuwater.com/a/resources/structured-water/how-to-make-structured-water

But here’s the simple version:

Structured water is water that behaves more like living, moving water — not flat, stagnant tap water.


Why It Matters (Especially If You Care About Performance & Hormones)

If you follow my work, you know I focus heavily on:

  • Metabolism

  • Muscle preservation

  • Perimenopause & menopause

  • Cellular energy

  • Recovery

  • Nervous system regulation

Every single one of those systems depends on hydration.

Water isn’t just about thirst. It impacts:

  • Mitochondrial function (energy production)

  • Nutrient transport

  • Detox pathways

  • Electrolyte balance

  • Joint lubrication

  • Brain clarity

  • Muscle performance

If your cells don’t absorb water efficiently, everything downstream suffers.

Structured water may support more efficient cellular hydration because of how it’s organized and oxygenated.

And here’s what surprised me most…

You can actually taste the difference.


What I Noticed Personally

I don’t promote things lightly.

When my mentor, @functionfunct.med.curtis, introduced me to MAYU, I was curious — but skeptical.

Then I drank it.

It’s noticeably smoother. Cleaner. Lighter. Almost silky. It doesn’t have that flat, metallic, or heavy aftertaste you sometimes get with tap or even filtered water.

And yes — you can literally see the vortex inside the carafe as it structures the water.

It’s one of those “small shift, big impact” upgrades.


Don’t Forget Minerals & Electrolytes

One important piece to understand:

Even the best structured water still benefits from minerals and electrolytes.

Your cells don’t just absorb water. They absorb water with electrolytes — especially:

  • Sodium

  • Potassium

  • Magnesium

  • Calcium

These minerals regulate fluid balance inside and outside the cell. Without adequate electrolytes, water can move inefficiently — or simply pass right through you.

This becomes even more important if you:

  • Strength train regularly

  • Sweat often

  • Drink coffee daily

  • Are in perimenopause or menopause

  • Use GLP-1 medications

  • Struggle with fatigue, headaches, or muscle cramps

Minerals help:

  • Improve cellular hydration

  • Support nerve signaling

  • Reduce fatigue

  • Support healthy blood pressure

  • Improve muscle contraction

  • Enhance recovery

Think of it this way:

Structured water improves the quality and movement of water.
Minerals improve the delivery and absorption.

They work beautifully together.

You can add:

  • A pinch of high-quality sea salt

  • A clean electrolyte blend

  • Trace mineral drops

Small upgrade. Big difference.


How MAYU Works

The MAYU carafe:

  1. Vortexes the water

  2. Oxygenates it

  3. Reduces dissolved CO₂

  4. Helps create a more naturally balanced water structure

You fill it with filtered water and let it run. That’s it.

No complicated plumbing.
No large install.
No bulky system.

Just better water — made fresh daily.


Who Might Benefit Most?

While anyone can use it, I especially love this for:

  • Women in perimenopause & menopause

  • Active adults training 3–4x per week

  • Clients focused on fat loss without metabolic damage

  • Anyone using peptides or GLP-1 medications (hydration is critical here)

  • People dealing with fatigue or brain fog

  • High-performers who want every edge

Hydration is not optional. It’s foundational.

When you optimize the foundation, everything else works better.


If You Want to Try It

If you’re curious, you can order through my referral link here:

👉 https://mayuwater.com/?ref=kxihrxyi

Use my coupon code:
INMOTIONBEND

You’ll get 10% off, and I receive a small referral credit — which allows me to continue testing and bringing you high-quality tools that actually make a difference.

And tag @mayuwater if you get one — I’d love to see it in your kitchen.


Final Thoughts

We spend so much time chasing complex solutions.

But sometimes the biggest shifts come from upgrading the basics:

Better strength training.
Better protein.
Better sleep.
Better water.

Drink better.
Feel better.
Live better.

Hydration that works smarter 💧

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Shannon Segerstrom owner of inMotion Training Studio, Personal Trainer, Holistic health Coach, Functional Nutrition and Metabolism Specialist in Bend Oregon.

inMotion Training Studio

Shannon Segerstrom owner of inMotion Training Studio, Personal Trainer, Holistic health Coach, Functional Nutrition and Metabolism Specialist in Bend Oregon.

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