You might be one of those who thinks you have to be crazy to keep training when temperatures approach or exceed 30°C. And yet, some adaptations can allow you to stick to your exercise routineeven if running at 2 p.m. in full sun is strongly discouraged to avoid heatstroke.
The first reflex to have is to hydrate. That is at least 1.5L per day, and even more when you practice an intense sports activity. And especially to do it regularly. But dress accordingly, cover your head or take shade can also be good solutions to keep a minimum of costs when practicing sports.
And above all, at the first signs of sunstroke or heat stroke, we stop and listen to our body. And if you are not sufficiently trained, in poor physical condition or suffer from a chronic disease even under control, it is still better to completely banish physical activity during a heat wave.
And in the event of heat stroke – either intense redness, headaches, nausea, visual disturbances, loss of balance -, stop the activity immediately, spray yourself (or the victim) with water and ventilate. YOU. It is also possible to place bags of ice cubes on the arms and legs. If symptoms do not improve, it is imperative to contact the 15.
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