Many people currently maintain an adequate level of physical activity throughout the year, but this is often abandoned in summer when our daily routines change. From here, we encourage you to adapt to the new circumstances and schedule your physical and/or sporting activities according to what the summer season allows.
Physical activity in summer
Recommendations
We can take advantage of the longer days, suitable weather and greater availability of free time to carry out our usual activities or explore others that are better suited to the environment.
Similarly, changes to daily routines during the summer can encourage those with more sedentary habits to take up physical activity, particularly outdoor activities carried out in the company of others.
Regarding the climate, we must take into account the increase in temperature, which entails a need for change in the way we do physical activity. To help you keep your practice healthy, here are some tips:
Remember
- It is important to choose the right time, either early in the morning or late in the evening, to avoid the hottest hours of the day. You should check the weather forecast for any possible heatwaves.
- To protect ourselves from the sun, we should always use sunscreen, wear a hat and sunglasses.
- Proper hydration is necessary before, during and after training.
- The clothing should be light and breathable, and a light colour. It should also allow us to move comfortably.
- The clothing should be light and breathable, and a light colour. It should also allow us to move comfortably.
- When it’s time to stop, it’s best to do so gradually, followed by appropriate stretching exercises.
- There are a number of signs that indicate we should stop this practice. We should watch out for possible symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, nausea or muscle cramps. In these cases, it is necessary to rest properly and stay hydrated.
In terms of the climate, we must consider the increase in temperature and the resulting need to change the way we approach physical activity. To help you keep your practice healthy, here are some tips: