Top 3 Tips for Avoiding Sunburns During Outdoor Summer Workouts

Working out in summer
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Working out outdoors during the hot summer months is all fun and games until you come home and notice sunburns on your skin. They’re one of the biggest problems you’ll be dealing with in summer, but you can protect yourself from them in three short steps.

Wearing Sunscreen

No matter what sun protective factor you choose, working out with sunscreen during hot summer months is a must. It’s recommended to pick a water-resistant sunscreen because you’ll be sweating a lot during your summer workout and reapply it after an hour or two because its effect fades away after some time.

Right Clothes

The choice of clothing you’ll wear in the summer can also help you protect yourself from sunburns. Sun protective clothing and hats are recommended, but if you’re extremely sustainable to sunburns, lightweight clothes with long sleeves can also help you avoid sun exposure.

Timing Your Workouts

Perfectly timing your workouts can play an important role in helping you prevents sunburns. You should try working out early in the morning or late in the afternoon when it’s not too hot outside, pick a spot with enough shade, and remember to wear sunscreen even if it’s not too sunny outside just yet.