Summer is a great time to move your exercise routine outdoors. Road races, bike rides, hiking, summer sports: it's all hot fun in the summertime!
But this recent heat wave is a great reminder that you need to keep your cool to keep things fun. Heat-related illnesses can sneak up on you and have you on the sidelines before you know it. But there are precautions you can take.
Here's a great article from the Mayo Clinic on exercising safely in the heat.
Best points to remember:
- Don't exercise strenuously during the hottest part of the day
- Stay hydrated
- Dress for the weather
- Wear sunscreen
- Be aware of the signs and symptoms of heat-related illness and know what to do about them
- Have a back-up plan: if it's too hot outside, choose another, cooler activity.
- And I'd just like to add: keep an eye on your friends and family, too. Always best to use the buddy system.
So get on out there and have fun. Just be prepared, be aware, and you'll be enjoying the great outdoors all summer long!
Got any tips for exercising in the summer. What are your favorite summertime fitness activities? Please join the conversation and share your ideas! I'd love to hear from you!
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