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Heat Exhaustion

Heat exhaustion is a multi-factor condition in which the body becomes weak and fatigued due to inadequate internal temperature cooling.  This overheating of the body is commonly induced by external exposure to heat.  As an essential part of fitness safety and performance, it is critical to follow precautions and monitor your body’s condition regularly during any physical activity.  Let’s take a closer look at some of the symptoms, treatments, and preventive measures of heat exhaustion.

Symptoms

The symptoms of heat exhaustion may manifest themselves very quickly and often without warning.  These symptoms include, but are not limited to:

• Dizziness or lost of balance;  This can be in the form of decreased coordination or focus.  In severe cases, the ill person may have Read more…

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Palpitation

Palpitation refers to the unusual consciousness of the heart beating.  Have you ever woke up suddenly from a nightmare and feel your heart thumping?  This alertness of your heart beating, at any speed or rhythm and for a varied lengths of time, is known as palpitation.

Palpitation can be caused by numerous elements including a sudden chemical imbalances in the body such as that of adrenaline, an under lying diseases such as high blood pressure or anemia, or a physical irregularity of the heart’s valves.

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