Summer Heat Affects More Than You Think

Ever feel like your brain is "buffering" during a heatwave? You’re not just tired—there’s a biological reason why heat makes your work, decisions, and relationships feel much harder.The other day I parked in the wrong spot in my apartment building.At first, I blamed a long day.But the more I thought about it, the more I realized it wasn't just a long day.Heat affects much more than physical comfort.In this episode, I explore why workouts can feel harder, thinking can feel slower, patience can be shorter, and energy can seem to disappear during hot weather.Drawing from experience studying in a hot climate, along with research in physiology, hydration, and human performance, I'll explain what's happening behind the scenes when temperatures rise.You'll learn how heat affects cognition, mood, recovery, cardiovascular function, hydration, and decision-making.I'll also share practical ways to support your body and brain during the summer heat so you can work with your physiology instead of against it.And finally, this episode explores a question many of us ask when life starts to feel harder:What's wrong with me?Sometimes the better question is:What kind of stress is my biology carrying right now?Because when life carries responsibility, the condition of your biology matters.-------------------Connect with me:🌐 Website: LuciGabel.com📝 Notes on Staying Steady: LuciGabel.com/notes🎙 Leadership, Life, Health & Happiness Podcast📱 Social Media: @LuciGabelReferenced Episode:Episode 25 – Exercising in the Heat: Here's What to Know