What Precautions Must Be Taken When Engaging in Sports During The Summer Season?

High temperatures and humidity can make outdoor activities like walking and sports quite challenging during the summer months. However, following the rules is crucial to avoid potential health risks. Acıbadem Kozyatağı Hospital’s Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist, Prof. Dr Mehmet Uğur Özbaydar, has some vital warnings to share about this topic. What precautions should we take when participating in summer sports?

Keep Hydrated, Drink plenty of Water

Ensure that your body is adequately hydrated before starting your workout. Pay close attention to any indications of dryness in your mouth and skin, as well as feelings of weakness and thirst.

Listen to your body

Before engaging in any sports activities, especially during the summer months, it is imperative that you undergo a medical check-up. This will ensure that you are fully aware of any medical conditions that may hinder your participation.

Avoid the sun

Wearing a hat, sunglasses, and light-coloured breathable clothing is crucial when participating in sports in hot weather.

Avoid heavy exercises

Engaging in strenuous physical activity during extreme heat can lead to heatstroke. This condition can bring about various symptoms, including weakness, headaches, nausea, vomiting, fainting, dark urine, dry and hot skin, palpitations, and loss of consciousness. To prevent these health risks, it is imperative to refrain from rigorous exercise during the summer months if you do not have adequate conditions to support it.