Exercising outside is one of my favorite things to do. Unfortunately high temps and humidity can not only make it more challenging, but exerting yourself in this type of weather can also lead to heat stroke. Knowing about this heat-related condition is the first thing you can do to prevent it so let's test what you know.
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With temperatures rising as summer hits its peak, exercise can lead to several heat related illnesses (hyperthermia), but when should you call for help?
Which is the Most Serious Heat Illness?
Heat Cramps
Heat Stroke
Heat Exhaustion
Now that most of us are spending a lot of time outside in the gorgeous warm and sunny weather, it's a good idea to know the warning signs of heat stroke. You can be at risk if you are exposed to high temperatures, not drinking enough fluids, or if you are exercising in a hot and humid room with little ventilation.
Heat stroke is actually a form of hyperthermia (abnormally elevated body temperature), and it's similar to heat exhaustion, but much more severe. 
Things are heating up weather wise, but if you still want to keep your workout outside (say while doing my beach body beach workout) use these tips from the American Council on Exercise on burning calories without burning up in the heat:
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