Your Body Needs Water
Staying Hydrated in the Hot Vegas Heat: A Guide for Physical Wellness
Summer in Las Vegas can be scorching, with temperatures soaring well over 100°F. For those of us who enjoy outdoor activities or even just running errands around town, staying hydrated is crucial to maintaining physical wellness and overall health. Hydration is essential for many bodily functions, including temperature regulation, joint lubrication, and nutrient transport. When you’re dehydrated, your body struggles to perform these tasks, leading to fatigue, dizziness, and even heat-related illnesses such as heat exhaustion or heat stroke.
Tips to Stay Hydrated
Drink Plenty of Water: Aim to drink at least 8 glasses of water a day, and increase this amount if you’re spending time outside or engaging in physical activity. Carry a reusable water bottle with you to make it easier to sip throughout the day.
Monitor Your Urine: Your urine color is a good indicator of your hydration level. Clear or light yellow urine means you’re well-hydrated, while dark yellow or amber indicates you need to drink more water.
Eat Hydrating Foods: Incorporate water-rich foods like cucumbers, watermelon, oranges, and strawberries into your diet. These can help keep you hydrated and provide essential vitamins and minerals.
Avoid Excessive Caffeine and Alcohol: Both caffeine and alcohol can lead to dehydration. If you consume these, be sure to balance them with plenty of water.
Stay Cool: Wear light, breathable clothing and try to stay in the shade or air-conditioned environments during peak heat hours (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.).
Listen to Your Body: Pay attention to signs of dehydration such as dry mouth, headache, muscle cramps, and feeling dizzy or lightheaded. If you experience any of these symptoms, rest and hydrate immediately.
Hydration and Physical Therapy
As a physical therapist assistant, I see firsthand how dehydration can impact physical performance and recovery. Proper hydration helps maintain muscle function and joint health, which is particularly important if you’re undergoing physical therapy. It also aids in reducing muscle soreness and enhancing overall physical performance.
Staying hydrated is a simple yet powerful way to maintain your health, especially during the hot Las Vegas summer. Make hydration a priority, and your body will thank you!
Stay cool, stay hydrated, and enjoy all that our vibrant city has to offer this summer!
NEW ADDITION TO OUR TEAM
As many of you know, Aiyana got into the Doctoral Physical Therapy program at Touro University, although we all miss her dearly, we would like to give a warm welcome to Levi who is joining our team! Levi is currently our new technician! Levi is currently attending UNLV working towards his Bachelor of Kinesiology with the intention of getting into a doctoral physical therapy program as well!
A positive patient review our staff has received:
“Let me tell you about my experience. It was the most personal experience I have had in a long time by far. The customer service is over a 10 the consistency is amazing but let me tell you when I met the doctor. She took her time. She did not rush she asked so many questions and was concerned, this was the best experience I have had in a long time and if you are thinking about booking Don’t think any further most definitely you will be taken care of… I can say so much, but I don’t think I want to flood their Google reviews lol There are so many doctors and so many people out here with no customer service or care They’re just doing a job and it makes people uncomfortable to try new things.
This team was so kind, helpful, and generous I will most definitely be making another appointment. This is by far once again the best experience in a long time, please book your appointment. You don’t know what you’re missing.
It’s one thing to get good customer service but it’s another thing to receive service that can relieve you from pain. OK, I’m done with a smile. Hope everyone has an amazing day and read this review because it is genuine and true.”
