The world is warming at an unprecedent rate and our future will be defined by hotter
weather and its associated health risks
1
. Hot weather reduces the likelihood of engaging in outdoor physical activity and
increases the risk of heat-related illnesses
1
. Promoting safe physical activity in a warmer climate is especially important for
adults with cardiovascular disease who are vulnerable to heat-related health risks
2
. This article details how the human body interacts with a hot environment during
physical activity, summarizes current hot weather guidelines for physical activity,
and concludes with practical strategies to encourage safe physical activity in hot
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Article info
Publication history
Accepted:
February 15,
2023
Received in revised form:
February 14,
2023
Received:
December 23,
2022
Publication stage
In Press Journal Pre-ProofIdentification
Copyright
© 2023 Published by Elsevier Inc. on behalf of the Canadian Cardiovascular Society.
