Why the Heat Makes Us Tired

When the thermometer climbs, our bodies have to work overtime to keep our internal temperature regulated. The main way that this is achieved is through sweating, which carries heat away from the center of the body through our skin. However, this process consumes a significant amount of energy and causes us to lose fluids, decreasing blood volume and making it more difficult for the heart to circulate blood and oxygen. All of these factors combined are a recipe for fatigue.

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How to Beat the Heat

Stay Hydrated: Make sure to drink plenty of water throughout the day to replenish lost fluids and give your body the support it needs to regulate your temperature more efficiently. The best way to do this is to drink small amounts of water at frequent intervals—aim for about 24-32 oz. per hour.

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Be Strategic: Try to plan your schedule so that you’re able to avoid performing any strenuous activities during the hottest parts of the day. Save outdoor tasks for mornings or evenings when the temperature tends to be lower and the sun is less intense.

Keep Cool: Use fans, air conditioning, and cool showers to lower your body temperature throughout the day. Stay in the shade when working outdoors, and if you start to feel ill, seek medical attention as quickly as possible.

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The post Why the Heat Makes Us So Tired & How to Deal With It appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.

Cold Food and Drink

Yes, this is your excuse to eat ice cream! Cool down from the inside out by having food on the cooler side. Put grapes, berries, and other fruit in the freezer, and be sure to keep hydrated.

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Cold Compress

When trying to break a fever, parents will put a cold, wet cloth on their child’s forehead. The same theory applies here. Place a wet cloth on your face or grab some frozen peas out of the refrigerator. If going the frozen food route, wrap it in a towel beforehand as freezer burn is a real thing.

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Light Fabrics

You know that feeling of being so hot that you just want to rip off your clothes?! It may be possible to do in the privacy of your own home, but while out and about, stick to breathable fabrics like cotton and linen.

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The post How to Stay Cool in the Summer appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.

Work in the Garden

If you’re lucky enough to have some outdoor space at home, get some activity from working in the garden! If you work for an hour or two you can count it as exercise as it will help you burn a lot of calories while doing something useful.

Go on a Picnic

Pack a basket and invite your partner or family to a picnic in nature! You can bring your favorite foods and drinks and enjoy a nice day outside away from the crowds. Running around with the kids will lead to an active day filled with happy memories.

Walk Around the City

You can burn plenty of calories by walking, and acting like a tourist for one day and walking around the city will help you get a new perspective on the place where you live. Pack some snacks and water and head out without a firm plan or an idea when you will be back.

The post 3 Activities to Do Before the Summer Ends appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.

Light Clothes

A sports bra is just fine for a summer run. The fewer clothes you have on, the better. And whatever you do, don’t put on a black outfit as it will only make you heat up more. Light colors and loose materials are the way to go.

Warm-Up

It’s always important to warm up before a run, but even more when it’s hot. Start slowly and increase the heart rate gradually to prevent overheating.

Run in the Morning or Evening

Avoid the hottest period of the day; yes, that’s actually the whole day, but you should really be careful. It’s best to run early in the morning or before sunset, as it’s not as hot.

The post 3 Tips for Running When It’s Hot appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.

Summer Vacation

During your summer vacation, you want to take advantage of every possible moment in the day and while you do, you’re also sacrificing how much sleep you’re getting. Waking up to see the sunset and watching the stars late at night throws off your sleep, especially if you’re in a different time zone. If possible, try and maintain your normal sleep schedule while on vacation as it will make it easier to get back to your daily life when you return home.

Hot Temperatures

Drifting into REM sleep is much harder when you’re hot and it’s hard to get to sleep when you’re too warm. So, turn down the air conditioning before you head to bed and switch to lighter blankets.

Moving the Clock

If you’re used to heading to bed early, you may be going to sleep before the sun sets and the longer days can impact your circadian rhythm making it difficult to fall asleep or waking up throughout the night. Right before the clock shifts to daylight savings time, change you bedtime and wake time to a half hour earlier to make the shift easier.

Seasonal Allergies

While it’s absolutely beautiful outside with all the flowers, the spring and summer also brings on seasonal allergies. Allergies can make it difficult to sleep and breath well throughout the night. Speak to your doctor about allergy medication or make some changes like sleeping with the window closed to alleviate your symptoms.

The post 4 Reasons It’s Harder to Sleep During the Summer appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.

Unfortunately, the experts don’t have a precise answer. The best they can say is “possibly.” According to Dr. Preethi Daniel, Clinical Director at London Doctors Clinics, it depends on your basal metabolic rate. Basal metabolic rate is “the amount of energy we expend per unit time at rest or a measure of how quickly you break down fuels (calories) to keep your cells running,” she explains.

While BMR varies with activity levels, it’s also influenced by the weather and climate, at least in theory. “Warmer weather may cause a slight increase in the basal metabolic rate, helping you burn those calories a little bit faster because the body is working extra hard to keep you cool,” Dr. Preethi Daniel says.

The post Does Running in the Heat Burn More Calories? appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.

1. Unsweetened iced coffee has only 5 calories while “lightly sweetened” gets you 60 calories.
2. Cold brew coffee with a splash of nonfat milk has only 25 calories.
3. You won’t believe that iced skinny mocha has only 70 calories after you try it.
4. A light caramel frappuccino tastes amazing and comes to exactly 100 calories.
5. Iced skinny vanilla late is a low-cal version of your favorite winter drink that comes with only 60 calories.
6. Iced caffé Americano is basically coffee, water, and ice, which is why it only has 10 calories.
7. Doubleshot on ice with 2-percent milk instead of water comes to 70 calories.
8. Teavana shaken iced tea is perfect if you want a 60 calorie non-coffee drink.
9. Teavana shaken sweet tea is a great option as well because it doesn’t have more than 80 calories.
10. Starbuck refreshers have anywhere from 45 to 80 calories, depending on the flavor.

The post These 10 Starbucks Drinks Will Help You Cool Down and Are Less Than 100 Calories! appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.

Improved athletic performance

Training in the heat can be pretty effective, as long as you’re careful and don’t go overboard. Limit your workouts to a sensible amount of time and don’t do it every day. Give your body time to develop tolerance by working out for a short while, until you’re ready for more.

Numerous health benefits

Heat training can increase athlete’s plasma volume and decrease heart rate, leading to a better cardiovascular fitness. Increase in plasma volume helps your body cool down faster, reducing overall core temperature at the same time. Working out in the heat can also increase skeletal muscle force.

Better heat regulation

As mentioned before, heat training can lead to lower core temperature at the onset of sweating. Athletes who train in a warmer climate are better in regulating heat because they start sweating earlier and usually develop a colder resting body temperature.

The post 3 Benefits of Training in The Heat appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.

Shower Dip

Right before you workout, go into a cold shower and submerge your hair in the water. Don’t wring it out–the water will slowly evaporate into the heat, but you’ll stay cool with the water dripping down! You can also dip in the shower with your workout shirt on, which will take longer to heat up.

Ice Water

Put your water bottle in the freezer a few hours before your workout. It will slowly melt as your routine goes on, but is a refreshing and rejuvenating beverage while the ice lasts. You can also do this with your workout clothes so they stay cool as well.

Wear Light Clothing

Black absorbs sunlight, making you hotter! Light colors like white will reflect the sun, keeping your body cool. So make good activewear choices!

The post How to Beat the Summer Heat During Outdoor Workout appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.

Why the Heat Makes Us Tired

When the thermometer climbs, our bodies have to work overtime to keep our internal temperature regulated. The main way that this is achieved is through sweating, which carries heat away from the center of the body through our skin. However, this process consumes a significant amount of energy and causes us to lose fluids, decreasing blood volume and making it more difficult for the heart to circulate blood and oxygen. All of these factors combined are a recipe for fatigue.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by ACCHD (@acchdus)

How to Beat the Heat

Stay Hydrated: Make sure to drink plenty of water throughout the day to replenish lost fluids and give your body the support it needs to regulate your temperature more efficiently. The best way to do this is to drink small amounts of water at frequent intervals—aim for about 24-32 oz. per hour.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Organized Movements (@organizedmovements)

Be Strategic: Try to plan your schedule so that you’re able to avoid performing any strenuous activities during the hottest parts of the day. Save outdoor tasks for mornings or evenings when the temperature tends to be lower and the sun is less intense.

Keep Cool: Use fans, air conditioning, and cool showers to lower your body temperature throughout the day. Stay in the shade when working outdoors, and if you start to feel ill, seek medical attention as quickly as possible.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Pro Breeze® (@probreeze)

The post Why the Heat Makes Us So Tired & How to Deal With It appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.

Cold Food and Drink

Yes, this is your excuse to eat ice cream! Cool down from the inside out by having food on the cooler side. Put grapes, berries, and other fruit in the freezer, and be sure to keep hydrated.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Jamie Oliver (@jamieoliver)

Cold Compress

When trying to break a fever, parents will put a cold, wet cloth on their child’s forehead. The same theory applies here. Place a wet cloth on your face or grab some frozen peas out of the refrigerator. If going the frozen food route, wrap it in a towel beforehand as freezer burn is a real thing.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Payne & Comfort (@payneandcomfort)

Light Fabrics

You know that feeling of being so hot that you just want to rip off your clothes?! It may be possible to do in the privacy of your own home, but while out and about, stick to breathable fabrics like cotton and linen.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Karen Shattles \\ Classically Karen (@classicallykaren)

The post How to Stay Cool in the Summer appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.

Work in the Garden

If you’re lucky enough to have some outdoor space at home, get some activity from working in the garden! If you work for an hour or two you can count it as exercise as it will help you burn a lot of calories while doing something useful.

Go on a Picnic

Pack a basket and invite your partner or family to a picnic in nature! You can bring your favorite foods and drinks and enjoy a nice day outside away from the crowds. Running around with the kids will lead to an active day filled with happy memories.

Walk Around the City

You can burn plenty of calories by walking, and acting like a tourist for one day and walking around the city will help you get a new perspective on the place where you live. Pack some snacks and water and head out without a firm plan or an idea when you will be back.

The post 3 Activities to Do Before the Summer Ends appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.

Light Clothes

A sports bra is just fine for a summer run. The fewer clothes you have on, the better. And whatever you do, don’t put on a black outfit as it will only make you heat up more. Light colors and loose materials are the way to go.

Warm-Up

It’s always important to warm up before a run, but even more when it’s hot. Start slowly and increase the heart rate gradually to prevent overheating.

Run in the Morning or Evening

Avoid the hottest period of the day; yes, that’s actually the whole day, but you should really be careful. It’s best to run early in the morning or before sunset, as it’s not as hot.

The post 3 Tips for Running When It’s Hot appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.

Summer Vacation

During your summer vacation, you want to take advantage of every possible moment in the day and while you do, you’re also sacrificing how much sleep you’re getting. Waking up to see the sunset and watching the stars late at night throws off your sleep, especially if you’re in a different time zone. If possible, try and maintain your normal sleep schedule while on vacation as it will make it easier to get back to your daily life when you return home.

Hot Temperatures

Drifting into REM sleep is much harder when you’re hot and it’s hard to get to sleep when you’re too warm. So, turn down the air conditioning before you head to bed and switch to lighter blankets.

Moving the Clock

If you’re used to heading to bed early, you may be going to sleep before the sun sets and the longer days can impact your circadian rhythm making it difficult to fall asleep or waking up throughout the night. Right before the clock shifts to daylight savings time, change you bedtime and wake time to a half hour earlier to make the shift easier.

Seasonal Allergies

While it’s absolutely beautiful outside with all the flowers, the spring and summer also brings on seasonal allergies. Allergies can make it difficult to sleep and breath well throughout the night. Speak to your doctor about allergy medication or make some changes like sleeping with the window closed to alleviate your symptoms.

The post 4 Reasons It’s Harder to Sleep During the Summer appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.

Unfortunately, the experts don’t have a precise answer. The best they can say is “possibly.” According to Dr. Preethi Daniel, Clinical Director at London Doctors Clinics, it depends on your basal metabolic rate. Basal metabolic rate is “the amount of energy we expend per unit time at rest or a measure of how quickly you break down fuels (calories) to keep your cells running,” she explains.

While BMR varies with activity levels, it’s also influenced by the weather and climate, at least in theory. “Warmer weather may cause a slight increase in the basal metabolic rate, helping you burn those calories a little bit faster because the body is working extra hard to keep you cool,” Dr. Preethi Daniel says.

The post Does Running in the Heat Burn More Calories? appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.

1. Unsweetened iced coffee has only 5 calories while “lightly sweetened” gets you 60 calories.
2. Cold brew coffee with a splash of nonfat milk has only 25 calories.
3. You won’t believe that iced skinny mocha has only 70 calories after you try it.
4. A light caramel frappuccino tastes amazing and comes to exactly 100 calories.
5. Iced skinny vanilla late is a low-cal version of your favorite winter drink that comes with only 60 calories.
6. Iced caffé Americano is basically coffee, water, and ice, which is why it only has 10 calories.
7. Doubleshot on ice with 2-percent milk instead of water comes to 70 calories.
8. Teavana shaken iced tea is perfect if you want a 60 calorie non-coffee drink.
9. Teavana shaken sweet tea is a great option as well because it doesn’t have more than 80 calories.
10. Starbuck refreshers have anywhere from 45 to 80 calories, depending on the flavor.

The post These 10 Starbucks Drinks Will Help You Cool Down and Are Less Than 100 Calories! appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.

Improved athletic performance

Training in the heat can be pretty effective, as long as you’re careful and don’t go overboard. Limit your workouts to a sensible amount of time and don’t do it every day. Give your body time to develop tolerance by working out for a short while, until you’re ready for more.

Numerous health benefits

Heat training can increase athlete’s plasma volume and decrease heart rate, leading to a better cardiovascular fitness. Increase in plasma volume helps your body cool down faster, reducing overall core temperature at the same time. Working out in the heat can also increase skeletal muscle force.

Better heat regulation

As mentioned before, heat training can lead to lower core temperature at the onset of sweating. Athletes who train in a warmer climate are better in regulating heat because they start sweating earlier and usually develop a colder resting body temperature.

The post 3 Benefits of Training in The Heat appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.

Shower Dip

Right before you workout, go into a cold shower and submerge your hair in the water. Don’t wring it out–the water will slowly evaporate into the heat, but you’ll stay cool with the water dripping down! You can also dip in the shower with your workout shirt on, which will take longer to heat up.

Ice Water

Put your water bottle in the freezer a few hours before your workout. It will slowly melt as your routine goes on, but is a refreshing and rejuvenating beverage while the ice lasts. You can also do this with your workout clothes so they stay cool as well.

Wear Light Clothing

Black absorbs sunlight, making you hotter! Light colors like white will reflect the sun, keeping your body cool. So make good activewear choices!

The post How to Beat the Summer Heat During Outdoor Workout appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.