i get up and drink a large glass as soon as my eyes open about 16 ounces but then i run back and forth to the bathroom alot the next hour. BY that time i am ready to go to work though so its not that big of a deal. I keep a water glass on my desk and drink smaller amounts during my time at work (its easier on my bladder lol) i drink water at lunch, as soon as i get home its the first thing i do 16 more ounces and then with dinner 8-16 more and then i take a glass to the bedroom and drink it as i watch tv or am on the computer before i know it the whole glass is gone. It does get much eaiser you just have to find what works with you but dont give up IT DOES WORK