During periods of intense heat, it is advisable to reduce the intensity of your exercise sessions in favor of consistency, and to moisten your skin to train comfortably and safely.

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The opinion of experts from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) confirms that in hot weather, it is essential to reduce the intensity of physical activity to preserve well-being and avoid overheating. For the body to adapt smoothly, a consensus review shows that regular and progressive training over 7 to 14 days (the acclimatization process) is far more effective and safer than sudden, intense exertion. Regarding the act of wetting the skin, a meta-analysis conducted by Chalmers et al. (2026) indicates that water spraying does not lower the core internal body temperature, but significantly reduces skin temperature. This same study proves that moistening the skin improves overall thermal comfort and decreases the sensation of exertion during exercise. Lucile Woodward therefore offers a very balanced summer training strategy: moderating intensity protects the body, while spraying oneself with water makes consistency much more pleasant.

the sources

1. 1Périard JD, Eijsvogels TMH, Daanen HAM 2021
2. 2Tyler CJ, Reeve T, Hodges GJ, Cheung SS 2016
3. 3Racinais S, Alonso JM, Coutts AJ, et al. 2015