HEAT STRESS AND
ITS PREVENTION
Heat stress has
five major effects:
1: weakness
2: confusion
3: vomiting/diarrhoea
4: headache/visual disturbance
5: poor co-ordination
How to prevent
it:
1. Pre-hydration 12-24 hours before exercise, water for exercise less
than an hour, sports drinks for exercise more than an hour
Pre-cooling with an Arctic Heat cooling vests (for 1 hour prior to
exercise)
2. Carbohydrate intake before exercise
3. Liquid intake every 10-15 minutes during exercise
4. Wear clothing which allows heat to radiate
5. Avoid extreme weather conditions