- Drink water. I'll remind you every day for the rest of your life :) Before, During, & After your workout. Needing water is NOT a sign of weakness. It's a sign of having a BRAIN. :)
- Splash your wrists/neck/face with cool water periodically. It assists in cooling your blood, which in turn assists in cooling your body!
- DON'T wipe your sweat off during your runs/workouts. It's a cooling mechanism!!
- Be SURE to eat something before workouts. You need those calories now more than ever to keep your body's systems functioning at their highest levels!
- Did you know that 42 people (on average) die each year in the US from overheating? If you feel dizzy, weak, or suddenly stop sweating, CEASE IMMEDIATELY, get to a cool place, elevate your feet, and get some electrolytes in your system! Don't mess with heat-exhaustion. It's VERY serious stuff.
- Wear light, wicking clothing when you workout/run outdoors.
- If you can, restrict your workouts/runs to morning/evening. Double digit temps are MUCH more conducive to good productive and SAFE workouts :)
- Wear wicking socks AND shoes that allow your feet to breathe! It makes a big difference!
Stay COOL! ;)
-Peace. Health. RoxyB!!
