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BreakingNews.ie
2 days ago
- Climate
- BreakingNews.ie
Should you run in a heatwave? Here's what the experts have to say
As Ireland's heatwave continues, runners are once again confronted with a tough choice: brave the sweltering temperatures or take a break and stay indoors. To shed light on the potential health risks, the key precautions to take, and smart ways to stay active in extreme heat, we spoke to two experts who shared their insights and advice on this topic. Advertisement What happens to our body when we run in extreme heat? What can the health risks be? Dehydration and heatstroke are the main health risk factors to be aware of 'What happens first of all is that your body does what it's designed to do – it sweats to try and keep your body cool,' explains running coach Kris King. 'What happens quite quickly in extreme heat is that the core temperature rises, and that's when things can go a bit awry. So, you can start to get things like headaches, sickness and dizziness and, at the severe end of that, vomiting and strokes.' Sam Quinn, a personal trainer, agrees and adds: 'If you're finding that it's so hot you can't run, you're having to slow down, you're feeling exhausted, faint or dizzy, I think that's probably a big indicator that actually you're not going to maximise your assets by running in that type of environment.' What precautions should runners take if they choose to run during a heatwave? Run when it is cooler, such as early morning or later on in the evening 'If you are running in the heat, make sure that you're running safely, that you're listening to your body and giving yourself the right sort of tools to have a successful training run and that you are not putting yourself at any unnecessary risk,' says Quinn. Here are their top tips for a successful run this summer… Advertisement Run during the cooler periods of the day 'Consider running at more suitable times during the day, such as early morning or later in the evening where it's slightly cooler,' recommends Quinn. Fuel your body 'Make sure that your nutritional intake is appropriate for the distances and things you're doing,' says Quinn. 'Make sure that you're having enough protein and carbohydrates pre-workout so that you've got energy during the workout.' Adjust your route 'Try not to run too far from home, think about smaller loops, rather than big out and backs,' advises King. 'Consider somewhere shady, so it might be the woods or a forest, rather than out on exposed plains.' Protect your skin 'Sun cream and covering your skin is really important, because if you've got burnt skin it's not going to be as effective at sweating and cooling you down,' highlights King. Drink water before, during and after your run Sip on water throughout the day 'Even with slight dehydration, performance can be decreased by up to 20%, so you need to make sure you're hydrated before your run,' says Quinn. 'Also, if you're dehydrated, you've got much more risk of adverse health effects or higher risk of injury. Advertisement 'During the run, you're going to be sweating and losing salt from your body, and electrolyte drinks and water can help you replenish any depleted stores. Then post-exercise, if it's a hot day, you could lose quite a lot of water and sweat, so it's important that you again really replenish your stores, so that you're going to be able to recover afterwards.' Run with a friend or in a group 'If you're running and it's a really hot day, it's great to run with a friend for additional safety,' says Quinn, 'So, if there is an incident or you feel unwell, you've got some support there. 'Running in groups is also really good. The organisers of parkruns and running clubs tend to implement lots of precautions, offer advice and make sure that everybody's had a drink, warmed up and had an appropriate cool-down.' Adjust your pace 'Another thing you can do is manage your pace,' recommends King. 'Your body's going be working hard to cool you down, your heart rate's going be higher, so you'll need to run slower.' Wear cooler clothing 'You just need something that's breathable and wicking so the sweat comes away from your body,' advises King. 'Loose-fitting clothing is good. You can also pre-douse your clothes in water before a run.' Advertisement What is an indoor alternative if people don't want to run outside in the heat? Get on the treadmill 'I think the treadmill is a fantastic option,' says Quinn. 'There's so many different varieties of a treadmill now.' What should you do straight after a run in the hot weather? 'After a run make sure that you cool down effectively and are monitoring your heart rate to make sure it's coming back down to a stable, normal, resting heart rate,' advises Quinn. 'Also, make sure that you're doing stretching mobility post-run.' In addition, King recommends sitting in the shade with a cold compress. 'By in large if your body temperature is coming down, there's a cold compress on your neck and your head and you've got the appetite to drink, then you should be fine,' says King. Advertisement Refuelling is also very important. 'Make sure that you're taking on some protein to be able to recover and some carbohydrates as well, to replace any depleted energy stores, and drink plenty of water as well,' recommends Quinn.
Yahoo
17-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
LeBron James Urged to Make 'Substantial Sacrifice' for Lakers Next Season
LeBron James Urged to Make 'Substantial Sacrifice' for Lakers Next Season originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Many fans and pundits predicted the Los Angeles Lakers would compete for the championship this year after the Luka Doncic trade. Advertisement The Lakers acquired Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks in February. The purple and gold's new "Big 3" of Doncic, LeBron James and Austin Reaves helped the team finish with the third-best record in the Western Conference. However, the Lakers lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round of the playoffs in five games. Minnesota won Games 1, 3, 4 and 5 of the best-of-seven series. The Timberwolves series proved that the Lakers need to make more upgrades this offseason to become a title contender, and James has been urged to make a "substantial sacrifice" for the franchise. Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has been urged to take a huge pay cut. © Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images Sam Quinn of CBS Sports thinks James needs to take less than the max salary next season. Advertisement The four-time MVP has a player option worth $52.6 million for 2025-26. "The Lakers, as currently constructed, have a ways to go before they can credibly compete for the 2026 championship," Quinn wrote. "If they are going to do so, they need to improve their roster substantially, and their easiest path to improving the roster substantially involves James making a substantial sacrifice. "He might be understandably gun-shy about doing so because he's seen previous employers waste similar sacrifices in the past, but if he wants to maximize his chances at winning one more title, that's the one tool available at his disposal to do so." James made the All-NBA Second Team this year, becoming the oldest (40) player in NBA history to make one of the three All-NBA teams. Advertisement A four-time Finals MVP, James averaged 24.4 points, 7.8 rebounds and 8.2 assists this season while shooting 51.3% from the field and 37.6% from 3. He's still a max contract player. However, Quinn believes James needs to take a pay cut to help the Lakers get more talent in Los Angeles. Related: LeBron James Doesn't Hold Back While Discussing 2020 NBA Bubble This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 13, 2025, where it first appeared.
