5 Safety Tips for Exercising in the Heat
Posted on by Kathleen Habschmidt PT, DPT
As temperatures rise, so does the risk of heat-related illness, especially if you’re exercising outdoors. Whether you’re training for a race, enjoying a summer hike, or just squeezing in a quick workout, taking precautions in the heat is important. Here are some practical tips to help you stay safe, healthy, and active all summer long.
Heating Up: Exercising in the Heat
Posted on by Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP
Summer has arrived and so has the heat. As you continue exercising this summer, remember to protect your body from injury due to overheating. When the environmental temperature rises, the body has increased difficulty cooling itself through its normal means. Heat stroke from exercise is one of the three leading causes of sudden death in sports activities.1
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