Leila
If you’re someone who has decided that they plan to be committed to a workout schedule no matter what kind of weather is going on then you’ve probably been trying to do some research on what kinds of things are a good idea, and which things are a bad idea.
During the winter time, it’s easy to put on more clothes to get comfortable, but what about the hotter summer months? This article will be covering a few tips on how to get your fitness on in the summer heat.
Get the Forecast Ahead of Time
Take a look at your local forecast. The last thing you want to do is plan a summer hike, only to find out you are walking up a mountain in 100-degree heat. If you see that it’s going to be unreasonably hot, then you might want to think twice about doing certain parts of your workout.
It’s good to stay aware of any possible pollution or air quality warnings. If you know that the weather will be cooperative with your efforts, you can plan accordingly. Continue reading
Summer activities mean time spent outdoors. And you know spending time outdoors means the possibility of bug bites.
You want to protect your child from bugs, but you don’t want to use sprays that could be dangerous. What are your options?
Even if your child is outside wearing long-sleeved shirts and long pants, there are no guarantees mosquitoes won’t bite.
In fact, mosquitoes can bite right through clothing. It’s important to teach your children not to swat at insects that sting or bite.
Bug sprays have used DEET (N,N-diethyl-m-toluamide) for years. This chemical compound, approved and endorsed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), is effective for repelling insects.
However, there has been some concern about using DEET on children. DEET-based products provide protection for two to ten hours. Continue reading
