Heatwave vs Gym: Workout in summer can be very dangerous for your health, do not make these mistakes even by mistake
New Delhi. Extreme heat and heat wave continues across the country. A big warning has emerged for people going to the gym in such weather. According to health experts, working out in extreme temperatures without caution can prove to be very harmful for health. In such a situation, even your slightest carelessness can send you to the hospital.
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Big workout mistakes in heatwave
Many people, out of excitement, often make some mistakes which lead to dehydration and heat stroke. The first of these mistakes is afternoon workout, in which many people exercise in the hot sun between ten in the morning and four in the evening, due to which a large amount of water comes out from the body in the form of sweat. Apart from this, waiting to feel thirsty during workout and not taking enough liquid can lead to dehydration. Also, choosing wrong clothes like wearing tight and synthetic clothes, which increases the body temperature. Apart from this, some people continue to do heavy workouts even after feeling dizzy or weak, which proves to be very dangerous for health.
Expert advice
Doctors say that the body has to work harder during summer. These days, the heart and the body have to increase blood circulation to keep the body cool. Therefore, make these changes in your routine:
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change in time
Choose early morning or after sunset time for workout.
Hydration is important
Water alone is not enough for hydration. Apart from this, take electrolytes like coconut water, lemon water or ORS during and after the workout.
light cotton fabric
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Wear light colored and loose cotton clothes during workout, so that sweat can dry easily.
indoor exercise
If the temperature outside is too high, then workout in the gym or indoors in AC or cooler air.
Do not ignore these symptoms
If you feel extreme fatigue, headache, dizziness, nausea or severe muscle cramps during exercise, stop exercising immediately as these can be early symptoms of heat stroke. In such a situation, immediately go to a cool place and drink plenty of water. During this time, do not compromise with your health and stay safe at home.
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