Beat the Summer Heat

If you're coaching this summer, either privately, or beginning next August as your team prepares for the fall season, it's important to make sure you do not overwork your players, causing them illness and yourself legal problems.

Here are a few basics to ensure that your players stay in hot-weather shape this summer.

Hydration

Clothing

Skin Care

Heat Exhaustion Warning Signs

Cramps

Remember, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. It's relatively easy to prevent sun stroke and other heat-related illness by following the simple guidelines above.