Tuesday, September 12, 2017

How to Prevent Dehydration When Hiking


Dallas-based entrepreneur Anthony Hartman is a decorated aviation officer who served as a captain in the United States Air Force. Originally from Minnesota, he moved to Dallas and opened his own business consultancy company. Anthony “Tony” Hartman loves the outdoors and enjoys hiking in his free time. 

For many people, summer is the ideal season for hiking. However, there are risks associated with hiking in hot weather, including dehydration.

According to the American Hiking Association, preventing dehydration is of paramount importance. Even before starting a hike, hikers should drink plenty of water. The American Hiking Association recommends allotting at least one quart of water for each hour of hiking you plan. 

Drinking water even when you’re not thirsty is also good practice. Eating lightly salted snacks is another way to prevent dehydration since it replenishes the salt excreted in sweat.