Summer in Penticton is one of the best times of year to train. The beach is right there, the lake is calling, and there’s something pretty special about finishing a workout and cooling off in the water.
But let’s be honest, it also gets hot.
When the temperatures climb, the goal is not to “tough it out” and hope for the best. The goal is to train smart, stay safe, and still get a great workout in. At Beach City, we want you moving consistently all summer, not wrecked by one scorching day.
Here are a few of our favourite ways to beat the heat during summer workouts:
If you have flexibility in your schedule, summer is a great time to take advantage of the earlier morning classes.
The difference between a 5:45 or 7:00 a.m. workout and a midday session can be huge when Penticton is heating up. Training earlier can mean:
If you know heat tends to wipe you out, this is one of the easiest changes you can make.
One of the biggest mistakes people make in the summer is trying to catch up on hydration once class starts.
If you’re already behind when you walk in the door, the heat will hit harder. Start drinking water earlier in the day and come to class already hydrated. Then keep it going after the workout as well.
On especially hot days, or if you know you’re someone who sweats a lot, it can also help to think about electrolytes, not just plain water.
A towel is pretty much a summer essential around here.
Even better, we’re now carrying cooling towels at the gym. All you do is add water, and they stay cool while you train. They’re a simple way to make a hot workout feel a whole lot more manageable, especially on those really warm days when the gym and the beach both feel like midsummer.
No, they don’t magically turn the gym into an icebox.
But they do keep the air moving, help you feel more comfortable, and make a big difference during a hot workout. Air movement matters, especially when the temperature climbs and everything starts to feel a little heavier.
If you need a quick second to stand near a fan, wet your towel, or cool down between rounds, do it. That’s not slacking off, that’s training smart.
When people think about hot workouts, they usually think water, sweat, and heat, but sun exposure matters too.
Even if your workout is mostly inside, you may still be walking to the gym, heading outside after class, or jumping in the lake to cool off. Throwing on sunscreen before you come can save you from adding sunburn to the mix, which definitely does not improve your recovery or your comfort level later in the day.
Summer is not the time to let your ego make decisions for you.
On especially hot days, a smart athlete knows when to:
That doesn’t mean the workout isn’t effective. It means you’re adjusting to the conditions so you can keep training consistently instead of digging yourself into a hole.
A few small things can make a big difference:
It sounds simple, but showing up prepared can completely change how the workout feels.
One of the best things about summer at Beach City is that cooling off after a workout is built right into the location.
That might mean sitting in front of a fan for a few minutes, rehydrating before you leave, or taking a dip in the lake after class. If your body temperature is running high, use what we’ve got. A quick lake dip after a hot workout is one of the best perks of training at the beach.
This one matters most.
There’s a difference between “that was a tough workout” and “my body is not handling this heat well.” If you start feeling light-headed, nauseous, unusually weak, or just plain off, tell your coach right away.
We can help you adjust, cool down, and make sure you’re taking care of yourself.
Penticton summers are one of the reasons we love being here, and training through the hot months can be a lot of fun when you have the right plan.
Pick the cooler class time when you can. Hydrate before and after. Use the cooling towels, fans, and misters. Throw on sunscreen. And if all else fails, remember: we’re one lake dip away from a pretty great post-workout cooldown.
Need a cooling towel? We’ve got them at the gym.
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