sweating more? why

jgwhite
jgwhite Posts: 23
in Fitness and Exercise
I am 72 lbs lighter than I was (301 to 229). Most of the way to my weight loss goal of 110lbs. Doing everything mostly right... working out a lot... rode my bike 2650 miles so far this year, eating much better, very little alcohol.

But... I now sweat a LOT more when I work out than I did when I started. I typcially burn about 1000-1100 calories in a workout averaging 70+ minutes of cardio.

Why do I sweat more NOW than when I was in much worse shape?

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  • small_ninja
    small_ninja Posts: 365 Member
    I've heard that the more you exercise, the more your sweat glands adapt to be ready to perform at any hint of physical activity so they can be efficient in cooling the body down. It's an unfortunate and annoying side effect that comes with being fitter.
  • 126siany
    126siany Posts: 1,386 Member
    I've heard that the more you exercise, the more your sweat glands adapt to be ready to perform at any hint of physical activity so they can be efficient in cooling the body down. It's an unfortunate and annoying side effect that comes with being fitter.

    Exactly.
  • kimothy38
    kimothy38 Posts: 840 Member
    I had noticed this too. Interesting isn't it!
  • pinuplove
    pinuplove Posts: 12,871 Member
    Same here, my husband finds it hilarious since I never did sweat very much before and he always has, copiously. It's slightly annoying but a good sign :)
  • Beezil
    Beezil Posts: 1,677 Member
    I've heard that the more you exercise, the more your sweat glands adapt to be ready to perform at any hint of physical activity so they can be efficient in cooling the body down. It's an unfortunate and annoying side effect that comes with being fitter.

    Yep. Your body becomes more efficient at cooling itself down when you use it regularly for its intended purpose. (Movement.) Just make sure to replenish what you lose with water. :)
  • 126siany
    126siany Posts: 1,386 Member
    I had noticed this too. Interesting isn't it!

    It's really amazing how readily our bodies adapt to changing conditions!
  • jgwhite
    jgwhite Posts: 23
    well... I guess that makes sense. I was hoping it would pass so that I'm more tolerant of really hot days. but... I feel great... so I'm not really complaining.

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