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  • Exercise Physiology
  • Sports Science
  • Environmental Health

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  • Heat acclimation (HA) is crucial for preventing exertional heat illness in hot environments.
  • Knowledge and prevalence of HA training among recreational runners are largely unknown.
  • Recreational runners are a significant population engaging in endurance activities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the current knowledge level of recreational runners regarding heat acclimation.
  • To identify sources of information and guidance on heat acclimation for runners.
  • To understand how training habits influence perceptions of heat acclimation.

Main Methods:

  • A survey with 38 questions was distributed to recreational running clubs in the Southeastern US.
  • Data collected included participant demographics, training habits, and heat acclimation knowledge.
  • 125 recreational runners completed the survey, providing insights into their understanding and practices.

Main Results:

  • Recreational runners demonstrated a significant lack of knowledge concerning proper heat acclimation techniques and benefits.
  • The majority of participants (79.2%) reported receiving no professional guidance on HA.
  • Peer advice was the primary source of HA information for 31.2% of runners.
  • Beliefs about appropriate HA training varied by training volume, with higher mileage groups having more accurate perceptions.

Conclusions:

  • There is a clear need for enhanced educational initiatives on heat acclimation for recreational runners.
  • Governing bodies in sport and exercise science should promote HA awareness, particularly for major marathons in warm climates.
  • Improved understanding of HA can help mitigate the risk of heat-related illnesses in runners training in hot and humid conditions.