Got this from http://www.karting1.co.uk/news/?p=865
which is very applicable to us karting in the region
when the temperature can soar to over 33 deg C.
Karting in a Heatwave - How to Make Sure You Perform in
High Temperature,
Karl Bickley at Fit2Race gives us an interview on what to
do to make sure you are physically prepared to race in the
current summer heat-wave.
It’s not so simple as drinking loads of water and staying
out of the sun, Karl gives some unexpected tips on
preparing your body for karting in the heat.
Hear the podcast:
http://get-it-lit.com/karting1-podcast/fit2race-heatwave.mp3
There are a few points that are essentials from it (i hope my hearing is ok
):* Acclimatise to the environmental factors.
Meaning one has to train or kart at the time when the races are
held.
* Keep COOL throughout the weekends.
It is no good to be standing in the sun and got into any chance
of dehydration or heat exhaustion.
Do all settings in shaded areas, if possible.
Drink cool sports drink to rehydrate. Avoid Coke or Red Bull.
* Avoid complex carbo foods. Our body wants to have simple
food so that it can draw energy from what we eat easily.
Complex food like pasta or rice will take more time to digest
and have the body sluggish. So, go for frequent snacking instead.
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