Six tips for exercising in the heat | NJ.com

Well, it looks like the summer is officially here, both by the calendar and the weather forecast. Starting today, we're looking at 90+ degree temperatures for a while. With that in mind, one must be vigilant of the extreme temperatures while working out. Don't push yourself and listen to your body while working out in the heat, but here's a few tips you also should be aware of:

Stay hydrated. Whether you?re stocking up on H2O or Gatorade it?s important to keep the liquids flowing to prevent dehydration. Replenishing your electrolytes is beneficial to keeping you strong and hydrated.

Catch shade. (Even if it?s just for a few minutes.) Getting out of the sun will prevent your body from over-heating. It?s much easier to catch your breath and revitalize without the sun beaming down on you.

Wear sunscreen. If you?re determined to exercise outside in the heat, make sure you wear waterproof sunscreen with an SPF 30 or above. It will protect your skin and block the sun?s harmful rays.

See sunrise. During the summertime it?s best to get up early and workout in the morning when it?s still cool or even after sunset. Midday is when the temperature hits a high so if it?s a lunch-time workout: maybe stay indoors.

Don?t push it. If you feel like you?re getting dizzy or faint take a rest. Extreme heat can case exhaustion so it?s important to listen to your body.

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