With summer comes sun rays, days at the beach, and lots of fun. While basking in the sun’s glory and enjoying the warm weather, it’s super important to protect our health. Maintaining optimal health in the summer isn’t just about spending hours at the gym and dieting. It’s about taking care of your body and mind as well. Here are a few simple and fun tips to keep healthy and feel great throughout the summer!
How to Stay Healthy During the Summer?
Stay Hydrated
First things first, drink plenty of water in the summer months! Stay away from the sugary sodas and cocktails as much as you can, but the occasional one is fine. Water should be your best friend to beat the summer heat.
Dehydration can sneak up on you, especially when you’re on the go. Drink at least eight glasses a day. Make staying hydrated fun and splash some cucumber, mint, or lemon in your water.
Eat Fresh and Light
Fresh fruits and vegetables are plentiful in the summer. Enjoy seasonal fruits from your local farmers market like:
- Watermelon
- Strawberries
- Cucumbers
- Leafy greens
They’re all yummy and full of vitamins and full of water to hydrate your body. When you cook, replace dense meals like hot dogs and steak with light ones, such as salads, smoothies, or grilled veggies. Your body will thank you!
Summer Health Skin Care
Stay safe and enjoy the outdoors, but always wear your sunscreen during outdoor activities. Sunburn is no joke, and it fries your skin. Look for a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 for your body and SPF 50 for your face.
Apply sunscreen 30 minutes before sun exposure. This gives the sunscreen time to sink in and absorb into the skin.
Reapply sunscreen every two hours, especially if you’re swimming or sweating. Don’t forget your lips, your ears, and the tops of your feet. Wear a cool hat and sunglasses and rock the summer.
Train Hard, Rest Easy
The key to good health in summer is to stay active, but not in the scorching heat. The body can benefit from 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week. Get your workout session early in the morning or late in the evening when the temperatures are down. Even a brisk walk can be exhausting in intense heat.
Heat exhaustion that goes unnoticed can lead to heatstroke. Heat stroke can happen quickly or gradually over several hours or days.
Who doesn’t love some sunset yoga in the park? Stay cool and do something in the water to keep cool during the day, such as swimming, to avoid overheating.
Take Good Care of Your Mind
Summer is a time to chill, but maintaining your mental health is vital to your well-being. Make time for your favorite activities that calm your mind.
- Read a book
- Meditate
- Simply lounge out in a hammock and take some time off
- Stay in touch with your friends and family
- Stay off social media as much as possible
The state of your mental health is as important as your physical health.
Be Smart with Alcohol
BBQs and summer bashes always tend to have a little alcohol involved with the occasion. Remember to drink responsibly. Alcohol dehydrates you, especially in hot weather. So, balance your drinks with water, and don’t drive if you’re drinking, take an Uber to and from the event.
Look After Your Feet
Now that summer’s here, it’s time to break out the flip-flops. It’s great wearing open-style footwear in the warm weather, but they aren’t very foot-friendly. Wear supportive footwear, especially if you’re walking long distances – the flip-flops won’t cut it.
Cleanse and moisturize your feet regularly to keep them soft and free from cracks. There’s nothing wrong with treating yourself to a foot massage or a pedicure.
Stay Updated on Weather Conditions
Stay tuned to weather conditions and health advisories. Heatwaves and elevated UV indexes expose you to potential health risks.
Pay close attention to the weather forecast so you can plan and schedule activities outside without risking your health.
Good Summer Health Requires Some Sleep
With all the excitement of summer, it’s easy to skimp on sleep. However, getting proper rest is important for good health. Stick to a schedule for going to sleep and waking up, even on weekends.
Prepare a cool, dark, and quiet sleeping environment to easily fall asleep. If it’s hot, a fan or air conditioning can make all the difference in getting a good night’s rest.
Maintaining Good Health In The Summer Is Essential
Staying healthy shouldn’t feel like a chore, it’s something that you should enjoy doing. Take advantage of everything the summer has to offer with these simple tips to keep your body and mind in top form. Go on, have fun, and take care of yourself.
Here’s to a happy, healthy summer!
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