Gym rats, listen up. If the summer weather has enticed you to take your fitness routine outside, you need to make a few adjustments.
The experts at American University say heat stroke is just one strenuous workout away.
- Start by planning your outdoor exercise during the coolest time of the day, early morning. If that doesn't work, wait until after 5pm.
- Wear light colored clothes that wick away moisture, but wear as little as you can comfortably get away with.
- Protect any bare skin with sunscreen.
- Once your workout is under way, take it slow and easy. Acclimating your body to the heat takes time.
- And drink plenty of water, enough to replace what you lose. A good rule of thumb is to drink one pint of water for every pound you lose.
The early symptoms of heat illness include:
- heavy sweating,
- fatigue,
- thirst and
- muscle cramps,
so stay on the lookout for your own safety.
I'm Dr. Cindy Haines of HealthDay TV, with the news that doctors are reading; health news for healthier living.
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