oppressive heat

[smilingcat]

Hi Zen,

Really ineresting read. So the reason why swimmers can't lose weight is, they are compensating by eating more food (naturally) and it may have to do with lack of heat causes supression of food intake. Is there a relationship to why the suppression of hunger when one's core temperature goes up? Is it related to wanting to lose the fat for heat regulation of the core body temp? Interesting thoughts with your paper. I wish I could find mine but its been 25 years...

I know from personal experience from running 5k and 10k's during the heat wave in NYC and at other times. I was much lighter during the heat wave of '82? in NYC then at any other time. I was at 106lb during the heat wave compared to normal of 110-114lb in cooler times. I think I still ate like a horse in either periods.

smilingcat

[coyote]

I had a bike wreck 2 years ago and now I always wear an undershirt beneath my jersey in case I crash again. The extra layers will protect my skin.

Perhaps the extra undershirt is contributing to the heat? Is it one of the moisture wicking ones or is it cotton? Nylon is also really hot and may not wick moisture. It gets really hot here, I normally ride in 105-110 weather in the summer. The first week the temps are like that I want to cry but I get used to it. If you are getting migraines then you are probably dehydrated. I usually try to hydrate the night before but I imagine that would not be comfortable for you at work?

Hang in there and I Hope the heat passes soon for you.

[bacarver]

Thanks for the really good idea regarding buying a moisture-wicking undershirt. I'll look for one soon. I bet that will be much more comfortable than the cotton athletic undershirts I've been using. I'll also search for a light-weight summer jersey. OOOOHHHH. Buying more cycling clothes!!!
One problem that exists with me is that I drink diet mountain dew during my night shifts so I can stay awake. I know the caffeine is contributing to my fluid challenges. But I have to stay awake for 14 hours straight 3 nights a week. Not sure how else to do it. No coffee for me. Thanks for the ideas.

Barb

[northstar]

Target's C9 stuff is pretty decent, and affordable as far as wicking shirts go. Might want to check there!

When I think it's too hot to ride, I think of all the ladies riding in the south, where it's dreadfully hot! That gets me off the couch!

[indysteel]

Thanks for the really good idea regarding buying a moisture-wicking undershirt. I'll look for one soon. I bet that will be much more comfortable than the cotton athletic undershirts I've been using. I'll also search for a light-weight summer jersey. OOOOHHHH. Buying more cycling clothes!!!
One problem that exists with me is that I drink diet mountain dew during my night shifts so I can stay awake. I know the caffeine is contributing to my fluid challenges. But I have to stay awake for 14 hours straight 3 nights a week. Not sure how else to do it. No coffee for me. Thanks for the ideas.

Barb

Hi Barb. As someone also suffering through Indiana's heatwave, I feel your pain. I rode last night beginning around 6:15. The heat index was close to 100 if not above. I definitely went through more water than normal and was drenched in sweat but it really wasn't that horrible. Okay, it was, but I survived! My post-ride shower was heaven, let me tell you!

I would second the recommendation that you use a moisture wicking base layer of some kind, along with a well-ventilated summer jersey. Also, I found this from one nutrition expert on Velonews.com

Java jive
Monique,
Regarding your latest web article on eating before training: What effect does caffeine have on the morning workout especially with regards to hydration. Not that I am a huge coffee drinker, but my morning training ritual does include the old cup of java.
Darryl

Hi, Darryl,
You should definitely focus on hydrating in what time is available before training in the morning. However, many nutritionists and readers would understand and sympathize with the need for a morning cup of coffee when starting your day. While I would not advise that you pre-hydrate with only coffee, the belief that caffeine actually accelerates fluid loss beyond the actual volume that you consume is no longer considered valid. Caffeine is not highly dehydrating, and can be consumed in moderate amounts before training. However, you can also hydrate with a nice homemade smoothie, juice, or just good old water. With limited time to fuel and hydrate before morning training, make sure that you consume a sports drink to provide fuel, sodium, and fluid during training. And keep in mind that the most important time to avoid caffeine because of its potential adverse effects on hydration is after training. So no caffeinated fluids after your morning training; save any subsequent java fixes for later in the day.
Monique

If I understand her correctly, then, you can probably counteract whatever effect your Mountain Dew is having by making sure you drink something in addition to it, especially before any given ride. I, too, like coffee in the moring, but I start off with a bottle of water when I first get up. Granted, it requires multiple potty breaks, but it's better than the alternative.

K-

[silver]

Ditto on the Ohio Valley/Indiana heatwave. I can usually train through heat, but with my Triathlon coming up on 8/18, I've been really watching it. Even though I can train in the heat, I do feel that it wears me out more and I don't want the extra fatigue to wear me down for my triathlon. I've been training pretty hard.

It does seem particularly steamy this week. And this is from a gal who has survived Memphis summers. Uggghh!

Hey Barb! good to hear from you! Hope that all else (besides the weather) is well!

[sundial]

It does seem particularly steamy this week. And this is from a gal who has survived Memphis summers. Uggghh!

Ooooh, those steamy Memphis summers. Pant, pant! Thank goodness for a/c. Honestly, I don't know how people made it without a/c in the *good ol' days*.

I'm not far from Memphis and Sunday we reportedly had a heat index of 105! My body was definitely worn out from my heatwave adventure on Saturday. I dumped a bottle of water on me during the last 11 miles. Shower felt pretty good too.

[Geonz]

Panting here, too... did 50 miles this a.m. and it was in the 90's. Let me tell you, ramen noodles are really really delicious afterwards!!!
THanks for all the neat articles and info. Fascinating stuff... and encIouraging 'cause I dream of dropping another four or five pounds before the cool weather hits (I generally have a 10 pound swing... but I've dropped 15 this year).
I'm going to hit the store for ice and bananas and yogurt and see what kind of bicycle smoothies I can whip up in honor of the steam

[emily_in_nc]

The high temps are to be 99-101 with heat indices in the 105-110+ range today through Thursday in central NC. I had a run on the treadmill (in 68 degrees in the gym - ah!!!) today instead of riding. No riding for me til the weekend, when the high is "only" going to be 92! I don't have time to ride before work, and it's unsafe (code orange ozone alert day) and unpleasant to ride after, so the gym is my friend right now. There will plenty of nice days to ride when this passes.

Emily

[Mr. Bloom]

Ditto on the Ohio Valley/Indiana heatwave.

Darlin', aren't you forgetting those Memphis summers? This is nothing!

[silver]

Darlin', aren't you forgetting those Memphis summers? This is nothing!

I'm not forgetting,.... remember I went through one of them PREGNANT!!

This is not as bad as Memphis Summers.


Sundial......take care not to overheat!!