Beat The Heat

Living in Arizona we are always trying to find a way to beat the heat! With temperatures rising here are a few tips on how to beat the heat this summer!

Limit the Amount of Sun Exposure in Your House. For those of you trying to keep your house as cool as possible during the summer, I recommend limiting the amount of sun exposure in your house. Of course, you are going to have a few blinds open so just close the ones in the rooms you aren’t in, so they stay cool. You can also try blackout curtains. Having the sunshine through the blinds can make your house hot quickly so this is a tip to take advantage of!

Avoid being outside for long periods of time

Sometimes it’s inevitable. So, when you are outside wear loose-fitted clothing, and sunscreen, take breaks in the shade and drink plenty of water. One thing I love using when I’m outside is a cooling towel. You run the cool towel under water for a minute, snap it, and put it around your neck. The towel stays cool for several hours and helps you beat the heat!

Learn the Bodies Best Cooling Points

In addition to avoiding being outside for a long period of time you should know how to cool yourself down. Learn the body’s pulse points or best cooling points for example the neck, wrists, elbows, and temples. You can use a cold water bottle, icepacks wrapped in a cloth, or any cold object.

Go for a Swim!

This is an obvious one but go for a swim! Going swimming is a requisite for summer. It’s a great way to have some fun and stay cool! Just don’t forget your sunblock.

Stay Hydrated!

I cannot express enough how important drinking water is especially during the summer. Staying hydrated regulates body temperature, prevents heat stroke, and helps during summer months when we sweat much more. Try keeping a water bottle with you wherever you go, I promise it will come in handy. I love my hydro flask because it keeps water cool for up to 24 hours. You can also buy an O2 Cool water bottle because it doubles as a mister!

Submitted by Riley LeBlanc | Marley Park Resident