Alcohol & Drugs: Level 3
RUNNERS N/A SEVERITY 4/5 DISTANCE All Alcohol Alcohol must also be avoided before a race. Drinking alcohol the night before a race can result in dehydration and poor performance1. Acute alcohol consumption, i.e., on the day of a race, can adversely affect reaction time, balance and coordination and will consequently impair running ability1,3. Alcohol also […]
Alcohol & Drugs: Level 2
RUNNERS N/A SEVERITY 4/5 DISTANCE All You are strongly advised never to consume alcohol on the day of a race, or to an excessive level the day before a race. Consuming alcohol increases the risk of dehydration and low blood sugar levels1. It also impairs coordination and reaction times which will negatively impact your performance1. […]
Alcohol & Drugs: Level 1
RUNNERS N/A SEVERITY 4/5 DISTANCE All
Hypothermia: Level 3
Hypothermia: Level 3 RUNNERS 3% SEVERITY 4/5 DISTANCE 21km+ Definition Hypothermia is when the body becomes too cold. It is defined as a core body temperature less than 35C/95F1,2. This typically occurs in cool, wet environments but hypothermia can occur at ambient temperatures if heat loss exceeds the heat generated by the body3. Cause When […]
Hypothermia: Level 2
Hypothermia: Level 2 RUNNERS 3% SEVERITY 4/5 DISTANCE 21km+ Hypothermia describes a core body temperature below 35C1,2. This occurs when heat lost to the environment exceeds the heat generated by the body. Hypothermia is more likely in cold, wet or windy conditions but can also occur at relatively ambient temperatures3. During exercise heat is generated […]
Hypothermia: Level 1
Hypothermia: Level 1 RUNNERS 3% SEVERITY 4/5 DISTANCE 21km+ Running in cold temperatures is generally safe and well tolerated. However, there is a small risk of hypothermia (low body temperature) especially in the presence of wind, rain or snow. To reduce this risk: