Five tips for training when it’s really hot!
If you're in the UK, you'll likely have been dealing with the insane heatwave over the last few days and still finding ways to move around without turning into a melting pool of water on the floor (or is that just us?!) You might want to keep going with your usual training regime, but we'd recommend making a few adaptions, so you don't cause yourself any harm in the process of getting StrongHer. We can't write stronger. It just feels weird.
Here’s five tips for training when it’s really hot!
Workout at a cooler time in the day - usually like to have a lunchtime sweat sesh? That midday sun is delightful but not the best idea to be outside putting yourself through it. Perhaps switch it up and go for an early morning class or an evening one when it's getting cooler. Or train somewhere with air conditioning (like in our Bethnal Green studio).
Listen to your body. We recommend this whatever the weather, but it's even more important in extreme heat. Early symptoms of heat illness include fatigue, lightheadedness, excessive sweating, disorientation, and nausea. Or just one of Lana's FORCE classes (IYKYK). Jokes aside, don't ignore the signs and rest when you need to.
Replenish nutrients lost. Yes, we want you to stay hydrated as always, but replenishing those nutrients is critical, too - especially if you've been throwing those barbells around like there's no tomorrow! You can do that with an energy drink if you're in a rush - but there are also lots of foods that you can eat that have electrolytes - watermelon, strawberries, bananas, almonds. There's a longer list here. Or a StrongHer shake (just saying)
Try something a little lower intensity. You don't need to hit personal bests every session to feel like you're getting a good workout. Try some lower-intensity activities that can still keep you moving but won't make you as tired(ish). We've got our BASE and Reflow classes that could be a good alternative. Check them out here.
Give yourself a break. It's warm. You're only human, and it's haaaarrrd to function at total capacity in this weather! So don't beat yourself up if you can't make all your classes in the week.
As a side note, taking medication such as SSRIs (such as Sertraline, Citalopram, and Fluoxetine) can also affect how much you sweat - making you sweat more in hot temperatures. It's therefore really vital that you're drinking enough to replace the lost fluids. Read more here
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