Tips to Survive the Heat

Tips to Survive the Heat

• Increase intake of non-carbonated, caffeine free beverages such as water and juice.
• Encourage athletes to drink more water than they are thirsty for.
• Wear uniforms that are light in color and loose fitting.  Mesh jerseys are ideal.
• Strip off pads for conditioning parts of practice.
• Give special attention to the bigger players and light-skinned players who haven't been out in the sun.
• Use the heat inde to make proper adjustments to practice.