As the summer months begin, working out can start feeling more difficult than usual. Hot, humid weather makes it hard to stay cool, so it’s important to take extra precautions to avoid overheating, or even heat stroke.
There’s plenty of ways to beat the heat whilst maintaining fitness levels. We’ve put together our top tips for keeping cool, staying safe, and of course, still looking good while exercising in summer.
Keeping Cool During Exercise
- Exercise early morning or late evening if you can. These are the coolest times of day during the summer and the safest times to be exercising outdoors. Avoid working out in the middle of the day as this is when the sun is strongest, causing you to overheat very quickly.
- Stay hydrated. Your body cools itself down by sweating, and in the heat, you’re going to sweat more than usual, therefore making it even more important to replenish these fluids. Drinking water before, during, and after your workout keeps your core temperature under control, keeping you cool.
- Take it slow. Trying to uphold your usual pace in hot weather probably isn’t going to last very long. Turn it down a notch and save more intense workouts for a cooler day.
- Take an active rest day. They may be rare in the UK, but some days are simply just too hot for exercise. Instead, you could go for a swim, take a walk around a local museum or art gallery, anything that keeps you moving whilst keeping you cool and out of the sun.
What to Wear
When it comes to choosing what to wear to exercise in the summer heat, it can be tempting to assume that less is more, but this isn’t always true. Though keeping cool is important, so is protecting your skin from the sun’s rays, so guys – you might wanna put the top back on.
Tops
As tops go, mens Hugo Boss tops are a solid choice for athleisure wear. Made from 100% cotton, both the White S/s T Shirt and Ecru Dolive_U213 are light and breathable, ideal for working out or just staying cool whilst out and about in the sun.
Shorts
Shorts are a summer essential, especially when it comes to working out in the hot weather. At Hurleys, we have a great range of EA7 shorts; a stylish and practical addition to both men and women’s workout outfits.
The Womens Black Tape Detail Sweat Shorts from EA7 are made from breathable cotton to keep you nice and cool, they also feature a comfortable elastic waistband, pockets, and branded taping down the sides. Perfect for exercise, or just enjoying an active day in the sun.
From our men’s EA7 shorts range, the Black Gold Label Sweat Shorts feature a drawstring waistband, pockets, and the iconic golden logo print on the leg. With a masculine silhouette, this pair look great whether you’re hitting the gym or going for a run in the park.
Trainers
When it comes to trainers, style alone isn’t going to help you get the best out of your workout. You need a pair that are not only comfortable, but also provide support for your feet.
The low-top Rapid Runn trainers from Hugo Boss are engineered in a mix of materials, with a breathable mesh upper and lightweight sole to keep your feet cool and comfortable. The black colourway with golden Boss logo on the sides make this pair as stylish as they are supportive, and will easily take you from the gym to a day outside with the family.
Another fantastic option is a pair of Android Homme trainers – the Leo Carrillo trainers are designed in a blend of suede and mesh. With padded heel support and chunky thick grip sole, this pair are super comfortable and supportive, as well as looking slick.
Vests
It’s always great when pieces can double up as workout wear and casual wear. You’ll find this versatile quality in our range of vest tops here at Hurleys.
From Dsquared2 is this Black Taped Tank Top – made with stretch cotton jersey, this vest provides comfort and style in equal measure. The sporty racer back design makes this piece ideal for workouts, whilst the branded elastic hem makes a stylish statement.
The Classic bralette from Calvin Klein has become one of the most iconic silhouettes of recent years. The branded elastic underband offers comfort and support, with a racer back for a sporty vibe. This piece is ideal for some gentle stretches on an active rest day, or just for keeping cool and comfortable in the house on hot summer days.
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