This 4th of July Keep an Eye on Dehydration

Drinking and being out in the sun, is but only one way to put yourself in danger.
Dehydration doesn't only happen to athletes. Anyone can lose too many fluids. This can happen even while doing everyday tasks such as mowing the lawn or even playing on the beach. More risk can come from drinking Alcoholic beverages in the hot sun.

Signs of severe dehydration include nausea, inability to speak clearly, confusion and high body temperature. Keep your body fluids at a proper level. Drink enough fluids to make up what you lose before, during and after any activity where you sweat heavily.
Knowing the signs of dehydration can help you prevent serious illness. Symptoms include rising thirst, flushed skin, fatigue, headache, dizziness, weakness, and increased pulse. When exercising in this summers warm environment, bring water or other fluids with you and begin sipping them before you get thirsty. (Gulping large amounts of fluid, much more than you need to replace your losses, can also cause problems.)

In very hot environments, exercise with a partner. Watch each other for signs of dehydration. So keep an eye on Dehydration and enjoy your summer. And work on that fiteness program you've started.