As a healthcare professional and exercise enthusiast, Howard
Perch knows well the potential perils of working out in hot weather –
particularly during those scorching summer months where even a modest workout
can lead to exhaustion and illness fast.
As someone who appreciates the benefits of a good exercise
routine, however, Howard Perch knows that staying in shape is a year-long process –
and that working doesn’t come to a stop simply because of a rise in the
temperature.
With that in mind, it’s important to maintain a safe summer
workout routine – one that involves taking certain precautions to protect your
health and well-being. These include:
- Focusing on staying hydrated. Keeping a water
bottle with you, and setting aside breaks to drink water, is key to avoiding
overexertion and the dangers of dehydration.
- Timing. Scheduling workout routines during the
morning and evening hours can help you avoid the blazing hot periods of the day
while making it easier to avoid overexertion.
- Checking the weather. If a heat advisory is in
effect, it may be best to complete your routine indoors, or to find an
alternative that doesn’t involve long-term exposure to the summer sun.
