Preparation for golf in hot weather

Playing golf during hot weather can pose a risk to your health. Before, and during extreme weather events, heat waves or hot days, consider the following:

HYDRATE

  • Hydrate with water before, during and after your round to compensate for what the body loses in sweat
  • Avoid excessive consumption of fluids which get rid of water from the body and lead to dehydration, such as alcohol, coffee and high sugar drinks

STAY COOL

  • Try to arrange a tee time in a cooler part of the day
  • Avoid standing or sitting in hot environments for prolonged periods before your round
  • If it gets too hot, cool down in the shade
  • Wear lightweight clothing including a sunhat and cover your arms, legs and neck

SPEAK UP

  • If you begin to feel unwell, stop playing, tell your playing partners and seek help

Stuart Robertson
Club Captain