Cycling is an outdoor activity favored by sporters to improve health and relaxation. However, due to the special weather in Vietnam, hot days are quite a lot, which is also something bikers cannot avoid. We certainly can't change the hot weather, but we can save 5 simple tips below this article to adapt to them.
To learn and equip yourself with the necessary knowledge when riding a bicycle on hot days, your trip will be much more pleasant.
1. Keep on top of hydration
Cycling on a hot day will make you sweat a lot, so we should load up a lot of water for the body (drink small gulps). Always carry water on your bike and drink some even when you're not thirsty. When the body signals the feeling of thirst, it shows that they are in dire need of water. Drink water before the body signals to promptly meet the energy metabolism needs of the body. Cycling on a sunny day is easier to burn out than because the body activity leads to sweating and rapid dehydration. But with the body maintaining a sufficient amount of water, you no longer feel hot and steamy, instead, you feel a pleasant coolness. Therefore, it is really necessary to keep a lot of water or electrolytes for the body. The Bikers note to avoid drinking too much cold water at one time, which can easily cause cramps
2. Visualize the cycling route
A useful tip you probably know but rarely think about. The Bikers can visualize the appropriate cycling route in mind. This is not in vain, think of you unconsciously riding a bicycle on a hot road and a large road with many beautiful scenes as planned, which road will you like!?
Therefore on your cycling route, you prefer roads with a clear route and lots of trees. This route will have many trees, helping you avoid the heat.
3. Cycling at the ideal time
The ideal time to ride a bike is your feel and choose the appropriate time frame. You should avoid cycling at high temperatures that cause fatigue. Asama suggests you can choose to cycle in the early morning or evening, the sun is mild and the weather is fresh.
Early morning is a good time chosen by many sports people. Cycling in the morning, you will enjoy the fresh air and will feel more energetic. This time is suitable for cycling on roads with many trees, fresh country roads, avoiding crowded, ...
If you are busy in the morning or go to work early, the evening time will be the most appropriate. By this time it was late afternoon, the sun and the temperature had eased. The time to ride in the evening should be on the main road, bustling city to reduce danger.
4. Protect skin from the effects of ultraviolet rays UVA, UVB
Ultraviolet rays during the day can affect the skin such as darkening, or the risk of skin cancer. Don't forget to protect your skin from the harmful effects of solar radiation.
Most women when going out will notice this. Particularly for men, they often ignore it and leave the house just like that. If you feel like applying sunscreen is cumbersome, learn more about spray or pill sunscreen.
5. Choose clothes that avoid the sun and absorb sweat well
Do you wonder why sports people wear dark clothes and not light ones?
Dark clothing helps you get less sun damage and stings your skin. Dark clothes will reduce UV absorption, minimizing skin diseases.
Dark colors are rumored to absorb heat easily, making you feel hotter during cycling. This is partly true, but not entirely. Dark clothing helps the body to absorb the light and not let the light affect the skin. To wear dark clothes but not to get hot, you choose sportswear with cool elastic material, hugging the body and absorbing sweat well. Good clothing will keep your body dry and cool.
Asama's friends work hard on cycling regardless of the hot weather, so Asama shares 5 simple things to everyone to gain more protection and knowledge to beat the heat. Exercise is important, but body temperature is just as important.