Why is building up to full uniform/padding a good idea in preventing heat illness during practices? Students can run faster when not weighed down by gear. Students need to get acclimatized to heat and exercise intensity before wearing heavy gear. Students need to build up their muscles before wearing full gear. Removing gear makes it harder to cool a

Building up to full uniform/padding is a good idea in preventing heat illness during practices because students need to get acclimatized to heat and exercise intensity before wearing heavy gear. This process, known as heat acclimation, helps the body gradually adjust to the increased temperature and physical demands, reducing the risk of heat-related illnesses.