Poling Safely in the Heat

<p>In this episode of &#39;Science of Slink,&#39; Dr. Rosy Boa delves into what every pole dancer should know about exercising in extreme heat. Key topics include the physiological adaptations to heat acclimatization that typically occur within two weeks, the symptoms and handling of heat exhaustion versus heat stroke, and specific risk factors such as dehydration and medications. She also shares practical tips for pole dancers, such as managing equipment and grip issues, staying hydrated, and taking frequent breaks to avoid heat-related illnesses. Emphasis is placed on listening to one&#39;s body, recognizing the varied individual responses to heat, and prioritizing safety over performance.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Chapters:</strong></p><p>00:00 Summer Episode Intro</p><p>00:19 Heat Topic Overview</p><p>02:04 Sweat Evolution Rabbit Hole</p><p>03:13 Heat Acclimatization Science</p><p>07:33 Two Week Adaptations</p><p>10:25 Performance Mindset in Heat</p><p>11:46 Heat Exhaustion Signs</p><p>15:15 Heat Stroke Emergency</p><p>18:15 Risk Factors and Meds</p><p>22:59 Humidity and Cooling Gear</p><p>24:45 Pole Specific Heat Tips</p><p>27:54 Hydration and Towels</p><p>30:12 Final Safety Recap</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Citations/further reading</strong></p><p>Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. (2023, April 6). <em>Heat exhaustion</em>. Mayo Clinic. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/heat-exhaustion/symptoms-causes/syc-20373250</p><p>Howe, A. S., &amp; Boden, B. P. (2007). Heat-related illness in athletes. <em>The American journal of sports medicine</em>, <em>35</em>(8), 1384-1395.</p><p>Nobel, G., Tribukait, A., Mekjavic, I. B., &amp; Eiken, O. (2012). Effects of motion sickness on thermoregulatory responses in a thermoneutral air environment. <em>European journal of applied physiology</em>, <em>112</em>, 1717-1723.</p><p>Périard, J. D., Racinais, S., &amp; Sawka, M. N. (2015). Adaptations and mechanisms of human heat acclimation: applications for competitive athletes and sports. <em>Scandinavian journal of medicine &amp; science in sports</em>, <em>25</em>, 20-38.</p><p>Sawka, M. N., Leon, L. R., Montain, S. J., &amp; Sonna, L. A. (2011). Integrated physiological mechanisms of exercise performance, adaptation, and maladaptation to heat stress. Compr Physiol, 1(4), 1883-1928.<br></p>