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Hey Bulldoggers... its gonna be HOT this weekend! The Problem: You have all been training through a mild summer and most of you will not be heat acclimated for the hot weekend. The Solution: (1) Slow down; you need to slow the pace to not generate internal heat, (2) Drink more... (3) Drink hypertonic fluids (fluids with electrolytes added), (4) If you only drink water, use electrolyte supplements, (5) Freeze your bottles overnight; drink cold liquid as they thaw, (6) Carry an extra bottle (at least one is required per race rules) and pour water over your head and wet your clothing, (7) Wear a hat to keep the sun off your head, (8) Wear white (no dark clothing), (9) Slow down; I know... I already said this but it bears repeating! (10) Watch out for others on the course; if you see someone who needs help, pace them into the next aid station. Remember "Compassion over Competition"!