06/16/2026
“Terms and Tips Tuesday!”
This week’s term is “ sweat.”
What’s the definition?
“Sweat” is moisture exuded through the pores of the skin, typically in profuse quantities as a reaction to heat, physical exertion, fever, or fear.
It’s made of 99% water but it does contain a whole range of other things, too, including: lactic acid, urea, sodium, potassium, magnesium, calcium, iron, copper and zinc.
Sweating is an important thermoregulatory mechanism that helps our body cool down when our core temperature gets too high.
As your body becomes heat acclimatized and adapted to exercise, you’ll actually start sweating earlier in your workout and may even sweat even more than untrained individuals doing the same workout.
Essentially your body has become more efficient at cooling down.
Sweat benefits include:
- boosting energy
- maintaining healthy weight
- defending against many diseases and health conditions
- improving mood
-promoting good sleep
Sweating is natural and good, so long as you’re not over-heating.
Wear breathable fabric, pace yourself, listen to your body and stay hydrated with fluids and electrolytes.
