Why is it some people sweat more than others?
Sweating is a function of the body for the purpose of cooling off when it comes to physical activity.
Body temperature is regulated by releasing moisture on the skin and evaporating thereby cooling the body and keeping the body working more efficiently.
If you’re a person that turns red or your skin tone becomes flushed this is usually just an indication of good circulation, the blood bringing heat from the muscles to the surface, once again to cool yourself off.
Sweating depends on your environment, your level of hydration your diet and your body weight and quite often genetics dictate the amount you sweat as well. It is not an indication of the shape you are in, generally speaking.
You cannot lose extra calories from sweating but you can lose weight. This is why many fighters will train in hot and heavy clothing prior to” making weight”. Of course this is temporary and replaced once they intake fluids again.
If you are pushing yourself and find it difficult to talk this is a better indication of a good workout then how much you are sweating. If you feel yourself slightly nauseas or dizzy occasionally, this is an indication to back off a little.
Always have water handy and sip on it while training. If you are a heavy sweater, you need to replenish the water you are dispensing through your skin by drinking more frequently.
A boost to your training is to ensure you are well hydrated before you even start a workout. Make water a daily, hourly habit then you’re always ready.
JC Masterson, Silent River Kung Fu, Alberta, Canada
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