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Walking Tip #13: Walking In Hot Weather

VIDEO Heather Kahn Reports

When walking in hot weather:

-- Hydrate-- Drink at least 8 (8oz) glasses of water a day, plus one every 15 minutes when exercising
--Adjust-- Walk during cooler early morning or evening hours
--Acclimate--Shorten and slow walks on the first hot days, to let your body acclimate
--Protect--Light reflective clothing, broad brimmed hat, and sunscreen
--Accommodate--Split your walks into two, but don't use heat as an excuse not to walk.

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