Excessive Sweating
Sweating is a good sign that your body is working hard, and that your body is cooling itself to keep your temperature regulated (normal body temperature is 37 degrees celsius). It may sound strange, but fitter people sweat more easily than unfit people of the same weight and body fat levels.
Fat acts as an insulator and interferes with the loss of heat, so leaner people are able to sweat more easily. This brings us to the issue of fluid intake. As the body can lose as much as two to three litres per hour during intense exercise, it is very important to consume fluids before you get thirsty.
As a general guideline, drink 500ml of water 30 minutes before exercise and 200ml of water/fluid every 15 minutes during exercise. Exercising in cooler, loose-fitting clothing can also aid heat loss.
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So true. I always forget to hydrate adequately. Here's to sweating!!!