Once again, winter has faded into Spring and Spring has burst
into Summer along with Summer skin. Next comes the invincible
Summer sun, your skin's arch-enemy, particularly if you play or
exercise outdoors.
Most people know that using sunscreen protection is essential.
There are a number of ways to promote a healthy glow without
exposing your skin to harmful rays. To help avoid Summer skin
when playing or exercising outdoors on a hot, sunny day here are
a few tips.
Lightweight and light colored clothing combined with plenty of
sunscreen protection on exposed and unexposed skin is a good way
to protect yourself.
If overheating isn't a concern, dark colored, tightly woven
clothing is more effective at blocking UV rays. Light colored
clothing lets the sun and UV rays reach the skin more easily.
Another barrier against sun damage comes in the form of eyewear.
Protect not only your eyes, but also the skin around them by
wearing sunglasses that block 90 percent to 100 percent of the
sun's UV rays.
Always wear a hat. Though a cap may be more comfortable for
jogging, try a wide brimmed hat that will shade your neck and
face while gardening or walking outside.
Now that you know how to protect the skin's surface, it's time
to start thinking about what you can do to make a healthy glow
from the inside out. You're already off to a good start with
some form of exercise, which gets the blood circulating and
delivers fresh oxygen to the skin all over your body.
The next step is to drink plenty of water. Outdoor play or
exercise, especially in the Summer, increases your risk of
dehydration. This is one risk you don't want to take since it
not only affects your performance and robs your skin of
vitality, but also may be potentially hazardous to your health.
Be sure to drink fluids before, during and after physical
activity. To replenish your fluids after any outdoor activity,
weigh yourself before you participate and then weigh again
after. Any weight you lost is water and should be replaced by
drinking two glasses (16 ounces) of water for every pound you
have lost.
Summer is a time for sun, fun and physical activity. Sipping on
a cool drink, participating in your favorite activity and
enjoying the long days of summer. No matter what you like to do,
with a little insight and these few tips you can help alleviate
the effects of Summer skin and make your Summer one you will
enjoy.
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