July is UV Safety Awareness Month

IT’S FINALLY SUMMER!!!

It’s that time when we spend much of our time outdoors. Many activities include swimming, partying, hosting outdoor cookouts, going to the beach, and spending time with friends and family. However, knowing the benefits and dangers of being under the sun is essential. You can enjoy the outdoors with minimal hassle by learning to protect yourself and your family from ultraviolet (UV) radiation.

The great, big ball of fire provides us with many benefits:

• Enhances Moods
• Improves Eyesight (unless you stare at it)
• Improves Sleep
• Stimulates Vitamin D production

Vitamin D, widely known as the “sunshine vitamin,” is a crucial prohormone that the body produces when our skin is exposed to UV light from the sun. It has multiple roles in the human body:

• Promotes Bone Health
• Strengthen Muscles 
• Reduces Depression
• Boosts the Immune System
• Lowers the Risk of Cancer

Although being out in the sun is very healthy and beneficial, too much exposure can negatively impact your health. Even if it is cloudy, UV radiation is still at risk. High exposure to UV radiation can cause the following side effects:

• Skin Damage
• Dehydration
• Heat Stroke
• Skin Cancer
• Cataracts and Blindness
• Early Aging, Wrinkling, and Loss of Elasticity in Skin

Protecting yourself by using sunscreen, wearing sunglasses, and monitoring the time you stay in the sun is crucial. In addition, it is vital to keep hydrated during the hottest time of the year.

Check out our Creek Fit Online Training on YouTube for the Fourth of July if you wish to work out outside. Creek Fit staff provide tips and ideas that will help enhance your workout:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLn9YpECZkfBB1AAaugNIVyLky4J2TiZsC

Is it too hot outside? That’s perfectly fine! Come work out at our fitness center. We’ll keep our fans and AC cool just for you. We have two special classes happening this month:

• “Spin with Spirit” on Saturday, July 2nd @ 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
• “Chair Yoga Challenge” on Thursday, July 7th @ 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM 

*Both classes will take place at Creek Fit North, Recreation Complex, 4455 Sol Press Boulevard.

Creek Fit wishes everyone a safe and fun Summer!

For more information about UV radiation, check out…

www.medicalnewstoday.com

www.healthline.com 

www.cdc.gov