Finally summer! The sun is shining, temperatures are rising, it’s time to go on holiday. But while some prefer to lounge around in the sun, or sit on a terrace, competitive or Sunday sportsmen and women are not losing motivation and are taking advantage of the good weather to get back in shape. However, the heatwave is just around the corner and it’s not easy to exercise in temperatures around 40 degrees! We give you our best advice for exercising during the heatwave to sculpt your dream body!
Hydrate yourself!
Experts agree that to stay in shape you need to drink at least 1.5 litres of water per day in a temperate climate. When you do sports you easily need to add an extra 1 litre. Imagine in 40 degrees! You are well over 3 litres. Even if you do sports at home.
Sleep well
Whether you’re a marathon runner or you’ve taken up sports because you were horrified to find that you no longer fit into your favourite pair of jeans, you should know that the secret to being in shape is getting enough sleep. In fact, the less you sleep, the more exhausted you become during exercise, and you’ll be dragging this fatigue around all week! You’ll be grumpy and stressed, and we know that’s not what you want. Here are some tips for getting a good night’s sleep during the heatwave.
Wear suitable clothing
This idea of ”The more I sweat, the more weight I lose” pushes some of you to put on the thick long-sleeved tracksuit and its matching jogging pants. Only in the scorching heat you don’t only lose weight but also water! And the more you lose, the less good you will feel, especially if you don’t hydrate yourself enough. Let your skin breathe! Preferably wear light and loose clothing, and especially light, because even if black goes with everything, it will not be your ally against the sun.
Choosing the right time
Whether you are working or on vacation, choose the right time slot to exercise. During this heatwave, exercise early in the morning or at dusk. This is not easy since the days are longer in summer, but it is highly recommended to do so. Exercising at this time reduces the risk of heat stroke or sunstroke.
There’s no place like home!
Finally, even if the weather is nice, if you have air conditioning at home or it’s less hot, exercise at home in peace and without the pollution that increases as much as the temperatures! You will be able to go about your daily tasks while getting back in shape.
