Getting too hot? 3 tips to stay cool this summer

Living in a desert can make it hard to stay cool during the summer. Sometimes, it feels like the only relief from the heat is opening the freezer and standing in the chilly air. But, there are other things that can be done to help beat the heat this summer.

Drink Water

During the summer months, remember to drink enough water before, during and after exercise of any type to prevent loss of fluids. When water is lost through urination and sweat, it is important to drink water to replenish the water that was lost. Once you start to feel thirsty, you’ve already lost about 1 percent of your body water. Not replenishing body water can have negative effects on the body. Water carries heat from internal organs. During the summer months, serious damage like heat stroke and death can occur if there isn’t enough water in the body to take heat away from internal organs.

Pool hopping

Swimming is the perfect way to stay cool during the summer. There are plenty of apartment complexes around the county that have pools. If you live at home or don’t have a pool where you live, there are some pools that you can get in for free. See if your friends or family have a pool at their apartment or house. You can also go to Seven Peaks Waterpark. The lazy river and wave pool are the best places to lounge in cool water. They also have a shaded sitting area, a snack shack with drinkable water and a tube rental desk for all the necessities you may need while at the park.

Avoid midday heat

The hottest time of the day is around 3 p.m. It best to avoid going outside around this time because of the heat. Participating in outdoor activities during midday heat can make anyone more susceptible to heat stroke, dehydration and other serious health problems. This is the best time to stay inside and do other things like reading, homework, catching up on sleep or cleaning. It’s also a good time to go to the movies and get a bite to eat. Be sure to save the outdoor activities for the morning or night. During the summer, the mornings tend to be cooler. As the day goes on, temperatures get hotter and it can be miserable to be outside. Around 5 p.m., temperatures start to drop and go back to being bearable.