7 ways to lose excess water weight

Plus, how Savannah, Hoda, Craig and Al are gearing up for Paris. July 24, 2024 | [VIEW IN BROWSER]( [This is TODAY] With the opening ceremony only days away, the TODAY anchors share how they're gearing up for the Paris Olympics. Plus, tips on how to lose excess water weight, and sneaky signs of exercise injuries in women.   The Latest   [🥇 America’s cheerleaders Hoda, Savannah, Al and Craig reveal how they're preparing for the Paris Olympics.]( Are [Craig Melvin, Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb and Al Roker]( excited for the Paris Olympics? Oui! In the latest [TODAY digital cover story](, they talk about why covering the Games in France will be special, what they plan to bring, what sport they would compete in if they were Olympic athletes, and more. "This is the Olympics we’ve been waiting for," Hoda said. [Continue reading](. [💦 Dealing with water weight? Why it's happening — and 7 ways to lose it]( If you're experiencing swelling in your arms and legs or puffy, dough-like skin, it could be a [symptom of water weight](, where your body retains an excess of fluid. It can be caused by anything from your diet to hormones to certain medications. We spoke to experts about [7 ways to safely lose water weight](, including cutting back on salt and adding more electrolytes to your diet. [See their advice](. Police released bodycam video in the shooting of an Illinois woman who called 911 for help.]( Authorities released disturbing body camera video showing Illinois woman Sonya Massey being [fatally shot in her home by police](, amid protests and calls for justice from her family. Former Sangamon County Deputy Sean Grayson was fired from his job and [charged with first-degree murder]( for allegedly shooting Massey while responding to a 911 call with another deputy. In the 36-minute video released by state police, Grayson can be seen with his gun drawn and yelling at Massey to drop a pot of hot water before firing. [Here's the latest](.   Shop TODAY   Budget-friendly deals, gift guides and more from Shop TODAY. [Steals & Deals: Up to 78% off viral Our Place pan, charging tower, editor favorites, more]( Ready for a refresh? Steals & Deals has a multi-port charging station, a new version of a popular cooking pan and so much more. [SHOP NOW](   Start TODAY   Achieve your life and health goals with easy tips. In her latest TODAY.com column, Dr. Tara Narula looks at four sneaky signs of exercise injuries in women, including stress fractures and plantar fasciitis. [READ MORE]( [GET THE NEWSLETTER](   What's For Dinner?   Allow us to do the meal-planning for you Cut down on cook time with Joy Bauer's shortcut for salmon nicoise salad, a classic French dish. [VIEW RECIPE]( [♡ SAVE RECIPE](   Daily Delight   A little pick-me-up before you go. Coco Gauff is ready to lead the way for Team USA at the [opening ceremony in Paris.]( It was announced exclusively on TODAY this morning that the 20-year-old tennis star will join basketball legend LeBron James as a [flag bearer for the U.S. squad]( at Friday's festivities. She is the [first tennis player to ever receive the honor]( after being selected by her fellow Team USA athletes. Gauff, the No. 2 women’s tennis player in the world, will make her Olympic debut in Paris.   Thanks for letting us in your inbox! See you tomorrow. Written by Scott Stump | Edited by Philip Caulfield Enjoying This is TODAY? Invite a friend to[subscribe here.]( Send us Feedback Follow us on Facebook More TODAY Newsletters Copyright © 2024 TODAY | 30 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10112 [MANAGE SUBSCRIPTION]( | [UNSUBSCRIBE](listvar=sub_today) | [PRIVACY]( | [SEND FEEDBACK](