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Hot Tips for Keeping Cool
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Prepare for physical activity by
drinking plenty of water
and other fluids.
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Drink more fluids during the activity than your thirst
dictates. It is difficult to drink too much.
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Wear sun screen and reapply often.
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Plan physical activity for cooler times of the day when possible.
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Be aware of the combination of heat and humidity. As heat and
humidity go up, cut back on outdoor physical activity.
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Recognize and heed early warning signs of heat illness: cramps,
excessive sweating, cold clammy skin, dizziness, nausea, headache.
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