The data on heat is clear
Consecutive years of extreme elevated temps in the US (2024 was the hottest year in recorded history)
Estimated performance drop on a 90° day,
even for elite athletes
High school athletes treated for heat-related illnesses annually in the US
Heat hurts performance
Heat makes it harder for teams to practice and prepare for the season safely and effectively. For football in particular, the heat inside a player’s helmet negatively impacts their performance on the field, especially when temperatures are high. But heat has no favorite sport - it can affect any athlete, playing any sport, at any time. Golf, baseball, softball, and tennis are just a few of the many sports in which heat takes its toll on performance. Athletic performance can decline in the heat by up to 20% compared to optimal performance, even for elite athletes. The mere perception of warmth alone can lead to a significant drop in performance.
But it’s not all doom and gloom
Teams that work proactively to keep athletes cooler can better maintain performance and minimize the risk of heat-related illness. If your athletes practice or compete in environments that exceeds 70°F, consider the improvement possible with an airflow solution. Tigeraire Air Accelerator® products are proven to reduce head temperature by several degrees by improving the body's ability to sweat more efficiently - wicking away the excess moisture on skin at a faster rate. Athletes ranging from the NFL and NCAA all the way down to youth sports and recreational athletics rely on Tigeraire to stay cool.