Heat......Stroke

It is brutally hot today.

As I write this it is 100 degrees.

This type of weather can play havoc with your mind, body and soul. Not to mention your strokes.

First you have to hydrate, hydrate, hydrate.

You should have been hydrating yesterday to survive well today. Down some Pedialite to replace electrolites.

Second, you have to pre-plan your every move to get your match over with as quickly as possible. A 3 set match is not what you are looking for today. 2 sets. 12 games...hydrate!!! In that order.

**Heat exhaustion symptoms**

Warning signs of heat exhaustion include:

• heavy sweating • paleness
• muscle cramps • tiredness
• weakness • dizziness
• headache • nausea or vomiting • fainting

The skin may be cool and moist. The player's pulse rate will be fast and weak, and breathing will be fast and shallow. If heat exhaustion is untreated, it may progress to heat stroke, which is a medical emergency.

Seek medical attention and call 911 immediately if:

symptoms are severe, or
the player has heart problems or high blood pressure. Otherwise, help the player to cool off, and seek medical attention if symptoms worsen or last longer than 1 hour.

**Heat exhaustion treatment**

Cooling measures that may be effective include:

• cool, non-alcoholic beverages, as directed by your physician

• rest

• cool shower, bath, or sponge bath

• an air-conditioned environment

• Lightweight clothing

**Based on a CDC Prevention Guide for Emergencies and Disasters**