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Post by captainbrenandsten on Jul 23, 2011 0:19:48 GMT -5
Well I went to a skirmish for the first time in my German kit and, well with it being summer and the heat and humidity, I sweat like a pig in a sauna in Arizona. I'm sure some of the people on this forum have this problem. I think I found a few reasons why I sweat so much when playing even without the wool uniform:
1. I'm not the fittest person in our group of players. Slowly but surely I am losing weight though.
2. Tied in with number 1, my diet is not the healthiest, but as I said before I'm getting better at taking care of myself.
3. I don't drink enough water before the game.
I guess what I'm asking is there any non-prescription drugs that are safe and will stop me from sweating as much as I do. Also any tips that people here have used would be greatly appreciated.
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Post by Totez on Jul 23, 2011 0:29:53 GMT -5
Hydrate all day before a game and more days before a game that is multiple days long. I don't mean drink a lot of water, I mean drink a tub's worth of water. No soda, no sugary energy drinks, etc. but just water.
Also consider that back in the day soldiers would relieve themselves of or alter clothing that was uncomfortable in the front lines. Consider losing the wool tunic or wearing it open under your field gear. Also consider wearing a field cap in stead of a helmet if you don't already -- helmets act like ovens in the heat.
Make sure to bring two canteens with you into the field if you can and be sure to have water in a safe area to drink during mid-game breaks if there are any or while you are dead and etc.
The main thing is to hydrate your body like this is the last water you will drink for a week.
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Post by CharleyNovember on Jul 23, 2011 0:32:07 GMT -5
Ahhh more of the first 3 none of that last one. Don't medicate yourself to health. Drink lots of water, exercise heck even if you are just walking a mile a day. It's really not as hard as you think you just need to push yourself to get out there and do it. I walk 1 to 2 miles a day as it gets me exercise which I need to help control my diabetes and it also gives me time to think and relax.
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Post by Totez on Jul 23, 2011 0:41:30 GMT -5
Just noticed the part with your question on drugs to reduce sweat.
Don't do it. You need to sweat. Sweating is your body's natural way of cooling itself down. Without it there is a great chance of overheating and causing severe damage to your body which can be permanent and debilitating.
Also, sweat is a good indicator of hydration or lack thereof. If you stop sweating and it's God-awful hot out you need to get to a hospital quick because you are dangerously dehydrated.
Never take any drugs that would stop you from perspiring.
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Post by ackack on Jul 23, 2011 1:01:54 GMT -5
Totez is right sweating is good. This is random but i wear undergarnments that can breath in hot weather i like under armor summer stuff i feel more comftorable playing because i dont have moisture stuck to my body. Drink lots of water, you should drink 8 or more glasses a day and its not good to chug water have sips at a time. I play in the northeast where it is humid and create a lot of sweat, ive been to airizona in july and it is cooking but it is a lot better then having humidity.
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Post by captainbrenandsten on Jul 23, 2011 11:16:57 GMT -5
well what I meant was I sweat so much that wearing the uniform just gets uncomfortable and damp, and when this happens it impedes my ability to stay in the game. What I meant by drugs was just a pill to take on the game day when the weather is humid and hot, not every day or every week.
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Post by gckmntr on Jul 23, 2011 11:32:34 GMT -5
I think that the solution there is less clothing, not less sweating. You need to sweat in summer heat or else you run some serious long term risks.
I've found that after a while, a damp uniform feels good. It's a little uncomfortable at first, but after a while the air starts to cool it and I feel pretty good. I take it this isn't happening for you?
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Post by captainbrenandsten on Jul 23, 2011 17:39:46 GMT -5
well i only went to a couple skirmishes in the wool, i guess my body is not used to it yet.
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Post by mastermike95 on Jul 23, 2011 17:56:53 GMT -5
Drink water until ur piss is clear.
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Post by gadge on Aug 4, 2011 12:03:28 GMT -5
Yup, get used to it basically.
You do have to sweat and im relatively physically fit (ex infantry) and on a hot day in wool uniform with a camo smock and helmet on my tunic can be soaked if we're battling hard. Especially on my back if i'm weaing any sort of pack or rucksack. You have to be careful though, i've gone down with heat stroke (only minor luckily) just doing a static WWII display in July before.
TBH it doesnt sound like you're doing anything wrng and I think most guys sweat buckets in wool in the summer. At the last event we did at one point i took my tunic off and just wore the camo smock and a neckscarf... something i'd seen an archive pic of a waffen ss soldier doing.
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Post by captainbrenandsten on Aug 4, 2011 15:56:55 GMT -5
Well I am skirmishing in my British Desert kit this weekend and it should breath much more than wool, plus I think the British water bottle can hold more water than the German one.
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Post by gadge on Aug 5, 2011 10:35:29 GMT -5
Holds about 2 pints.
British desert kit is awesome in hot weather but it's hard on your knees if you're going down the shorts route.
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Post by roadwarrior on Aug 5, 2011 15:44:01 GMT -5
How I'm planning to keep cool is I'll do U.S. PTO in the summer, and ETO in the fall/winter/spring. It might mean doubling up on types of gear but I'm not wearing wool in 100F degree weather lol.(Altho I might do it once)
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Post by captainbrenandsten on Aug 5, 2011 20:14:42 GMT -5
gadge-Good to know about the water bottle, and I'm not to keen about the shorts so I didn't get them. roadwarrior-That's what I'll do except in the summer for me it's North Africa, and in the winter do Market Garden or my German kit.
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Post by Echelon on Aug 11, 2011 7:12:46 GMT -5
Being healthy is the most important thing in your life. If you're not healthy guess what? you're not going to live.
You should be drinking a MINIMUM of 8 short glasses of water PER day. While exercising, you should be drinking a massive amount greater than this. You should also be exercising at a minimum of 30-60 minutes per day. Whatever it takes to get your heart rate above normal is what you should be doing (ex: walking fast, jogging, swimming, etc).
You should also really start watching your intake on certain foods. You can find a lot of really great guides to health and fitness online. There are a TON great resources out there, especially for beginners. This information isn't always free, but definitely help yourself, and if that fails, see a specialist.
If you have any questions, or need any more insight please feel free to ask. I have been in diet therapy for a long time now, and I could probably start you in the right direction.
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Post by ackack on Aug 15, 2011 8:53:39 GMT -5
I recommend the P90x program. It helped me so much. I lost a ton of fat and gained lots of muscle. I am now able to enjoy airsoft because I can actually run in wool and not feel like im dieing.
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Post by kingraptor141 on Jul 4, 2012 19:45:21 GMT -5
Sweat is good, keeps you cool, if your embarrassed, then wipe off visible sweat with a rag, and if it's the smell, shower often, change your undergarments and deodorant never hurt anyone (unless you're like me and allergic to some... oh and I don't use anti-antiperspirants, as stated before, sweat is good). Number one tip is water. Drink up, before the game I down a normal water bottle, topped off with Gatorade drink during breaks, during games even, I'll easily go through about a gallon of water in 6 hours in this New Mexico climate (very dry and about 100 degrees). Roll up those sleeves, that's what I do, keeps you cooler and you look like a bada$$. Also, using a bit of the cold water to douse your face is really good, and if you can, get a thick rag, soak it in cold water and put it around your neck, that will keep you ALOT cooler by bringing down your core temperature. And as someone above stated, drink until your urine is clear, if you can see yellow, or smell it, you're getting dehydrated.
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Post by LϟϟAH1944 on Jul 5, 2012 21:10:32 GMT -5
If you're very hot, buy HBT. But, yes, drink, drink, drink, and, DRINK! Also, a mile aday is rgeat, I love to just use the time to think, especially if you walk early in the morning. Sweat is good, and don't use the drugs to stop it.
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Post by drizzt04 on Jul 7, 2012 1:42:09 GMT -5
Like lssah said, buy HBT's they are a great compromise and very correct for use. They are a light weight cotton blend, and cooler than even ami uniforms.
As far as wools being uncomfortable, well, they are in winter also. Especially new ones. It takes wool a long time to break in, and they will start to breathe better eventually. We dont get the chance to wear them everyday like the troops did, so it takes even longer to break them in for us. Here is a quick trick to helping the process along. Shave your uniform. I know how it sounds, but really. Use a razor and shave tunic and trousers. You will notice the nap coming off, and it will make them softer, smoother, and more comfortable. Just dont shave all the way through.
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Post by ob on Jul 9, 2012 13:45:41 GMT -5
You could also bring a change of undershirt or something like that, maybe a towel to wipe your face while you're in the field. By yes, drink water, Gatorade not as much because it's loaded with sugar and salt but if your running around all day it might be good to replenish some of of your minerals.
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