A Note About Sweat Training

It’s not safe.

There’s a common misconception that sweat training helps one lose weight. In reality, it’s actually horrible for you. When you sweat, you’re losing the necessary water your body needs, which is why as runners we always talk about how important hydration is.

General rule of thumb: for every pound you lose on a run, you drink an ounce of water after. For example, if you get back from a run and are 2 pounds lower than before, you need to drink at least 2 ounces of water to replenish. 

I’m not sure what is different this year, but I have run into so many people running in spandex and jackets on these 70-90 degree days. Dehydration can lead to many other serious issues, such as overheating and heat stroke. 

As temperatures rise, it’s very important to keep track of your liquid consumption with how much you’ll lose on a sweaty run. If you know someone who sweat trains, try to talk to them about these important health issues. 

Is obesity a disease?

According to the American Medical Association it is. 

“‘Recognizing obesity as a disease will help change the way the medical community tackles this complex issue that affects approximately one in three Americans,’ AMA board member Dr. Patrice Harris said in a statement.”

People around the blogosphere have been abuzz about the controversial topic, making some good points

1. This encourages pharmaceutical companies to develop more prescription drugs, furthering drug dependence
2. Obesity turns into an issue of “I have a disease, it’s not my problem”
3.  However, it could force insurance companies to cover procedures that before patients could not obtain
4. Maybe labeling it as a disease will open people’s eyes as to what a big problem this really is

It’s a touchy subject, and there are good points for both sides. 

As for my own opinion, you can’t go wrong with a good diet and exercise. That’s more beneficial for this problem than any medication.  

Click below to read more from the AMA on the issue

http://www.today.com/health/obesity-disease-doctors-group-says-6C10371394