Outdoor fitness sun safety tips

Outdoor fitness sun safety tips

 

Outdoor fitness training in the sun can be really fun, uplifting and motivating. (Read more on the benefits of outdoor exercise / fitness training here). We want to enjoy the sun, get some vitamin D, while protecting our skin from sun damage. Here are our top tips on staying safe in the sun this summer:

 

  1. Use a sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher that offers UVA and UVB protection.
  2. Apply sunscreen generously to bareskin, 20 minutes before going outdoors.
  3. Reapply sunscreen every two hours, immediately after swimming, and after sweating.
  4. Wear a hat or cap to protect the scalp.
  5. Avoid direct sun exposure as much as possible, especially between 11am and 3pm when the sun is the strongest.
  6. Don’t forget to use sunscreen on cloudy days, as 80% of the sun’s UV rays can penetrate through clouds.
  7. Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated.

Hope you find this article helpful. Let me know what you think by leaving a comment below.

See you at one of our outdoor training sessions!

Fat: friend or enemy?

healthy fat daily dose

#Nutrition Tip: If you want to eat healthy, lose weight without counting calories, then healthy fat is your new best friend.

Lots of us are scared of eating fatty food. But the truth is, eliminating all fats from the diet is going to make us hungry by the end of the day. At this point, many people will turn to unhealthy snacks, refined carbs, convenient food which totally ruin their ‘diet’.

Healthy fats are actually good, and essential for our body to function. Have a portion of healthy fat with your meals will keep you satisfied throughout the day, and reduce sugar craving. What’s more, they keep your skin and hair healthy and shiny too. Bonus!

My favourite source of healthy fats are: avocado, raw almonds, extra virgin olive oil, salmon fillet, sardine, nut butter. What’s your favourite?