Tips to stay active in this "But it's a Dry Heat" climate.

Posted June 17th, 2008 by Bob

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Here are a few tips to stay active while not overheating in this "But it's a Dry Heat" climate;

1. Hydrate yourself days before the activity, not as you drive up to the event.
2. Eat at least 4-6 small meals throughout the day, to keep your energy constant.
3. Avoid caffeine that will dehydrate you.
4. Keep a wet towel handy or apply water to your head and neck to keep your body temperature down.
5. Dress in loose fitting clothing.
6. Outside exercise should be done earlier or later in the day.

Bob Davis
Founder-Strength of America, Inc.
www.strengthofamerica.us

Bob Davis
Strength of America
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It's so hard motivating our

On June 17th, 2008 ArizonaMoms says:

It's so hard motivating our family to stay active unless it is poolside because of the heat. Thanks for posting the tips.

I will say that if I do anything active, I try to do it early in the morning or as the sun is setting so that the heat doesn't weaken me immediately. :) But I think we're going to join the nearby rec center so we don't get too lazy and out of shape this summer.

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Thanks for sharing this Bob.

On June 17th, 2008 LaraPiu says:

Thanks for sharing this Bob. I agree that hydration is especially important.

I used to teach water aerobics and I could see that many people are not drinking water at all or enough.

The fitness gurus say that thirst is a delayed response to hydration, which means you should water up long before you ever get thirsty.

Thanks for the info - I

On June 17th, 2008 lisamommy says:

Thanks for the info - I sometimes forget to do all these things during these hot summer days. Good info!

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