Why is it better to train in dark clothes and choose basketball jerseys in hot weather?
Artur Movsesyan July 8, 2023, 17:15 Moscow time Audio version: Your browser does not support the audio element.
We understand all the nuances of high temperature sports equipment.
founder of the sports brand Jögel
Forecasters promise heat, but for some this is not a reason to stop the training process. How to protect yourself? It is important to choose the right clothes and shoes.
What should be the clothes?
In summer, training outdoors is more difficult due to the high air temperature and the scorching sun. In order not to provoke overheating of the body, choose clothes with breathable inserts – mesh or perforation. For example, a basketball uniform with such characteristics has even passed into the category of casual wear due to its lightness and comfort.
Equipment material should provide thermoregulation and wick away moisture. For this, it is treated with a special impregnation. Sportswear also uses technologies that help block UV rays and protect the skin from its effects. Avoid cotton. It quickly absorbs moisture, becomes heavy and can rub the skin.
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What color attracts less lightning?
It is generally accepted that summer clothes should be light shades, but scientists have refuted this fact. Fabrics of dark, saturated colors better absorb ultraviolet radiation. For sports in the heat, give preference. dark blue clothes Provides the highest level of sun protection.
Undress or dress?
In the summer, especially during training, I want to wear as little clothing as possible. But there is a pattern: the larger the area of the body covered, the higher the degree of protection. Lightweight long-sleeved or off-the-shoulder shirts and shorts are ideal for sports. Pay attention to the models for volleyball – they are shortened compared to shorts for other sports.
Is a headdress required?
In the summer season, a baseball cap or bandana is required during training. For comfort, choose models that fit well on your head and won’t fly off while you run or exercise. Even the legendary goalkeeper Lev Yashin entered the field in a cap. Today, soccer goalkeepers can wear caps in all weather conditions, not just when it’s hot.
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How to choose the shoes?
First of all, it is worth starting with the type of coverage. Shoes for the hall and the street are different from each other. For football players, for example, the sole is important: traction with the surface depends on it. In the living room they play in the “rooms” and in the street, with boots or picks. In any case, don’t confuse athletic shoes with lifestyle sneakers: training and running in the latter can be fraught with injury.
What should be the socks?
Choosing the right socks is also important. It depends on how effectively the material of the sports shoes wicks moisture away from the foot. For the summer season, short socks made of synthetic fabrics are suitable. But socks should definitely not be worn in the heat outside of the soccer field.
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