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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.
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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
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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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