Summer in Texas is not my season. My goal is simply to survive it. I do that by continually telling myself that fall will be here eventually. This can’t last forever. And I have a few tools that save me from complete misery. My Favorite FanThis is the best fan I have come across. It was one of many fans on display several years ago when I was shopping for one. I turned all of the fans on, and this was the strongest. SOLD. I use this fan whether I'm exercising indoors or in my garage. I even bring it with me when I’m training clients in their garages. It is currently my most prized possession. I love it dearly. If you, too, are suffering in this heat, get yourself a strong, powerful fan. Cooling TowelWhile the fan helps immensely, some days I need more armor. I use this cooling towel when it's so hot that the fan feels more like a hair dryer. You just get it wet and wrap it around your neck. I like to take it a step further and put a few ice cubes in the center, wrap them up, then place it around my neck. It feels great! You can also place the ends of your towel down into your bra, then put ice on top! The bra holds the ice in place and the towel protects your skin from freezer-burn. Keep a cup of ice handy so you can replenish your bra ice once it melts. Portable Desk FanWhen I’m planning workouts, writing blog posts, cooking, eating, or just sitting, I use this small desk fan. This one has 3 speeds and doesn’t need to be plugged in (although I keep mine plugged in at all times for fear of it running out of battery when I need It most. Texas problems.) Cold Brew CoffeeI love a cup of hot coffee in the winter, but in the summer it makes me feel like I’m going to spontaneously combust when I step outside. In these temps, I drink cold brew coffee. This allows me to get my caffeine fix without overheating. This brand is sold at HEB and is the best tasting one I have found that doesn't have any additives. It’s concentrated, so add water (I use a ¼ to ¾ ratio of concentrate to water, but you figure out what works best for you). I top it off with some soy milk and add a few ice cubes. Delicious! Watermelon SoupHot food doesn’t even sound good right now, so I’m eating a lot of cold food. Salmon salad, cold chicken, raw veggies and fruit. This recipe for watermelon soup from Bon Appetit is one of my favorites. For simplicity’s sake, I don’t bother with the toppings, with the exception of the feta crema and sliced almonds. Those two additions elevate it to a whole new level. How are you coping with this heat? Have any tips to share? This post contains Amazon affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
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