Mowing the lawn may seem like a tedious chore but it can be a great workout. Using a push mower to mow your lawn works not only your cardiovascular system and your legs but also the muscles in your back, shoulders and arms. If done regularly,...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), heat exhaustion is when the body can't cool itself down and the body temperature rises. When heat exhaustion is not treated it can lead to a very serious condition called...
A 2008 survey by The National Council of Youth Sports found that over 44 million children participate in some youth sports program. Safe Kids USA reports that 3.5 million children under 14 years of age receive medical treatment for a sports injury...
The benefits of exercise are not in doubt, but exercising can lead to some unintended results as well. Exercising too much or too stressfully can lead to injury but so can regular, proper exercise. Some common exercise injuries can be prevented by...
Hot yoga, also referred to as Bikram yoga, refers to an intense yoga practice done in a heated room. Typically lasting 90 to 120 minutes, a hot yoga class involves a specific series of yoga postures performed in a room heated to between 95 and 100...
Whether you spend too much time lounging on the beach or working in the sun, heat exhaustion is a common illness associated with prolonged exposure to heat and direct sunlight. Seniors are especially at risk. Symptoms of heat exhaustion include...
Heat exhaustion and heatstroke happen when the body gets too hot and cannot cool itself down again. When this happens, heat exhaustion, which is characterized by heavy sweating, dizziness, nausea and dehydration, can progress quickly into...
Considered a medical emergency, decorticate posturing signifies severe brain damage. More specifically, this type of posturing is a result of damage to, and dysfunction of, the corticospinal tract -- the pathway between the brain and spinal cord....
Summer temperatures can sore into triple digits while children are out of school on vacation, making them susceptible to the effects of heat illnesses. During outdoor activities in warmer weather or a humid climate, it's important to know the...
Football shoulder pads are made of foam-like material that rests against the body. While some newer shoulder pads use materials that help disperse heat, it's still important to wear a layer of clothing underneath the shoulder pads to make sure the...
Heat injuries are a significant cause of kidney failure. Heat injuries are generally grouped into two categories--classical heat stroke and exertional heat stroke. Of the two types, exertional heat stroke is more commonly associated with kidney...
While exercising helps you to maintain your weight, age well and prevent diseases, it can also have its downside. For instance, it can bring on heat stroke, a condition that afflicts you when your body temperature reaches 104 degrees Fahrenheit or...
Experiencing chills in a warm environment is a result of the muscles quickly contracting and relaxing in an attempt to increase the body’s temperature. Chills often accompany or preclude fever but may also be symptomatic of nonfever-related...
Sunstroke is another name for heat stroke, a potentially life-threatening illness that occurs when your body creates more heat than it can release. Children sweat less than adults, making them more susceptible to heat stroke and other heat-related...
Working out in sweats causes your body to sweat more because it can't cool itself down as effectively. However, sweating more doesn't burn more calories. In addition, wearing sweats on a hot day or during an intense workout increases your risk of...
Athletes demand more of their bodies, and consequently need to keep an eye on their physical condition, including their level of hydration. During hot and humid conditions, staying well-hydrated is vital to prevent heat-related illnesses. Drinking...
The exercise your child gets strengthens her body and improves her health, but in hot weather, steps are necessary to prevent heat-related illnesses. Everything from the clothing she wears to when and where she exercises affects her body...
Maintaining the balance of fluids in your body is the result of an equation in which the amount of fluid you consume is equal to the amount your body excretes. Much of this balance is maintained by your kidneys, which supply other organs and...
Unlike heat exhaustion and heat-related cramps, heat stroke can be far more life threatening and can turn into a true medical emergency. Heat stroke (hyperthermia) abnormally elevates the body's core temperature. One of the major causes of...
One of the most closely watched topics in the sports world today is the dramatic rise in heat-related illness and even death that have occurred across all levels of competitive athletics. The fallout from the newest bane on the sports world has...
The weight loss industry has introduced a nearly countless assortment of gadgets promising fast weight loss. The sauna belt resembles a long heating pad that fits around your waste. Once turned on, the sauna belt causes perspiration around the...
Summer is the most active season because with the warm weather brings outdoor activity and sports. The sun and heat can also bring sunburns, heat exhaustion, dehydration and heat cramps. Avoiding these common problems takes only a little...
Creatine has become a foundational training supplement that athletes in many sports use. The benefits of creatine range from faster recovery times to higher energy and even accelerated muscle growth. The expected disadvantages include muscle...
If your body temperature gets too high, you may suffer from heatstroke. Heatstroke is a serious, life-threatening situation. If your job or sporting activity requires you to spend time outside on hot, humid days, you may be at risk. It is...
The average normal body temperature is 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit or 37 degrees Celsius. Factors affecting body temperature include time of day, age and activity level. Normal body temperature also varies according to individual metabolism and...
Because of the intensity and exertion required in football, hydration becomes extremely important for players to not only perform at their highest level but also to prevent heat exhaustion and other dangerous effects of dehydration. Especially...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests that of all the heat-related illnesses that could occur, heat stroke is the most serious. It is a condition that occurs when the body's temperature is higher than normal. When body...
For the typical football player, helmet and pads cover approximately 50 percent of the skin surface area, with additional uniform clothing covering another 20 percent. While the football uniform and equipment are for head-to-toe protection, the...
