Dr. Paris Lovett Talks About Exercising Safely in the Heat on 6 ABC, CBS 3
Exercising in the heat puts extra stress on the heart and lungs as your body tries to regulate its temperature, so hydrating and sweating are critical for exercising safely in the heat.
Jefferson emergency medicine physician Paris Lovett, MD, interviewed by 6 ABC on June 8 and CBS 3 on June 9, recommends exercising in the morning and late afternoon when it's not as hot. He also tells reporters that people should drink water every half hour before you get thirsty. Sports drinks are even better, because they have the salt your body needs.
Publication: 6 ABC & CBS 3
Published: 6/8/2011