chilling under the AC while exercising sounds great? you have no idea how serious the consequences can be

Recently, a man in his 40s in Wuhan made headlines for running and exercising in a subway station. This man treated the subway station like a gym, running and sweating profusely on the platform. Seeing this, the station staff quickly stepped in to stop him, stating that running on the platform is not allowed. The man stopped and asked, 'Is it not okay for me to run here? It's too hot outside, and the subway station is quite cool. Besides, the platform is so empty, there aren't many people here!'

Later, the station manager kindly advised him that running in the subway station could affect other passengers and cause inconvenience. Faced with continuous persuasion, the man felt embarrassed to continue running and chose to leave.

Indeed, since the beginning of the dog days of summer, the weather has been getting hotter, and high temperatures have been appearing across the country. For those who love sports, this is certainly not good news. Many people are also curious about whether they should turn on the air conditioning while exercising in the summer.Will it affect the effectiveness of the exercise? Today, the editor will answer this question for everyone.

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What are the hazards of using air conditioning while exercising?

In the scorching summer, many runners choose to run indoors. Many people also choose to run while blowing cold air from the air conditioner. In fact, this can have certain impacts on health, not only increasing internal moisture but also possibly causing colds.

1. During running, the pores of the whole body open up. If the air conditioner is on, cold air enters the body, increasing internal moisture.

2. The body temperature increases with the amount of exercise over time, while the air conditioner's cold air tends to stay at a fixed temperature, causing a temperature difference between the inside and outside of the body, which can easily lead to colds, fatigue, and gastrointestinal discomfort.

3. Running is an aerobic exercise, and air-conditioned rooms do not have a fresh air intake function. The oxygen content in the air-conditioned room is relatively lower, and running requires a large supply of oxygen, so it is not suitable to run with the air conditioner on indoors.

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If you must turn on the air conditioner, what should you pay attention to?

1. The temperature should not be too low

During exercise, the pores are open. If the air conditioner is set too low, it will cause the sweat pores to contract quickly. Poor sweating will greatly reduce the effectiveness of the exercise and can easily cause colds. The temperature difference between indoors and outdoors should be controlled at around 5°-10° to ensure that the body exercises at a relatively comfortable temperature.

2. Do not face the air conditioner directly

Facing the air conditioner directly can cause various discomforts, especially not facing the face, head, and chest. Long-term exposure to the face can cause facial paralysis, and long-term exposure to the head can cause headaches and dizziness.

3. Do not use the air conditioner when you are sweating profusely

When the body sweats, the pores are open. Suddenly entering a cooler environment can cause pore blockage and possibly a cold. You can wipe off the sweat before using the air conditioner.

4. Open the window every hour

Using the air conditioner makes the indoor air dry, and due to poor air circulation, the environment does not improve, making it easy to cause nasal congestion, dry throat, and sneezing. Therefore, it is important to ventilate frequently. It is recommended to open the window every hour for about 15 minutes each time.

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Some tips for summer exercise

1. Suitable location and time

To avoid damage to the skin and body from strong sunlight, the exercise location should be chosen indoors as much as possible, especially combining aerobic running and anaerobic yoga. If you prefer outdoor exercise, it is best to schedule it in the early morning or evening when the weather is cool, and avoid the period from 10 AM to 4 PM.

2. Suitable exercise activities

Swimming is recognized as the best exercise in the summer. Other activities such as yoga, table tennis, badminton, and equipment training are also good indoor fitness options. Especially strength training, combining anaerobic and aerobic exercises, can achieve better results.

3. Suitable exercise amount

In summer, the body's energy reserves are relatively weaker, so light exercise is recommended, with the duration controlled between 30 to 45 minutes and the intensity appropriately reduced. No matter what kind of exercise, start with small movements and gradually increase the amount of exercise as the muscles in various parts of the body warm up. You can try the HIIT interval training program that comes with the equipment, which shortens the total exercise time while ensuring effectiveness.