Did you know that, of all natural "disasters", HEAT is the #1 killer."Overall, according to the August study, 1,500 Americans die each year from excessive heat, whereas fewer than 200 die from all other natural disasters -- tornadoes, hurricanes, earthquakes and floods -- combined." Read more at The Daily Green
Whether inside or outside at CF this summer...it's hot! Exercising in the heat can create conditions for dehydration, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. Read more here at About.com and/or Livestrong. Further, some may be more susceptible to the effects of heat based on variables such as age, body fat, hydration-level, medications, diet, for example.
Heat is the real deal. Be extra smart about taking class in extreme heat (ie, as always, exercise at your own risk).
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yeah... be extra smart: please limit your workout to 1575 reps once the gym hits 100 degrees! (thanks mfg)
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