Exercise in the Heat
Hot weather makes exercise feel more challenging, but how much does it impact your performance? Short-term, it has a negative impact, but if you train in a hot environment, it may actually improve your performance when temperatures are more moderate.
Exercising in the heat is often unpleasant but since it feels harder, you might think you’re getting greater benefits. However, a new study suggests that working out when it’s hot may reduce some of the benefits of exercise at the cellular level.
Muscles fatigue faster when you exercise in heat. Make sure you’re prepared by being well-hydrated and well-fueled with carbohydrates. If you exercise in the heat, do it safely.
