Oh good. A heatwave is here. Just what this pandemic insurrection police brutality marathon needed.
No time for lounging in front of a fan! We'll be fit testing our sweaty respirators and wearing helmets + protective gear at protests.
We can do this PDX, but carefully!
No time for lounging in front of a fan! We'll be fit testing our sweaty respirators and wearing helmets + protective gear at protests.
We can do this PDX, but carefully!
First, check in with yourself about health and wellness. If you're already struggling or recovering from injury it might be time to stay home for 2 days and let the heat pass.
If you're on the fence, take today to pamper yourself with extra hydration and rest.
If you're on the fence, take today to pamper yourself with extra hydration and rest.
We all know the basics: food, water, sunscreen.
Set alarms for reminders!
Check that sunscreen is oil free and doesn't interfere with your respirator fit.
Make a plan to hydrate for 2-3 hours before going out. Slow and steady rather than all at once. Your bladder will thank you.
Set alarms for reminders!
Check that sunscreen is oil free and doesn't interfere with your respirator fit.
Make a plan to hydrate for 2-3 hours before going out. Slow and steady rather than all at once. Your bladder will thank you.
Keep caffeine and alcohol to a minimum during the heatwave, they make you pee out water faster (fancy medical word is "diuretic").
Eat fruits and veggies with a pinch of salt for electrolytes.
Eating a little bit more often is easier on the tummy when it's hot.
Eat fruits and veggies with a pinch of salt for electrolytes.
Eating a little bit more often is easier on the tummy when it's hot.
Skin!
Who amongst us hasn't experienced the joy of teargas hitting sweaty pits?
Our skin is glowing from mask sweat and teargas wipes.
Maintain your mask seal by drying your face with a clean and dedicated cloth. Clean your hands first!
Change your socks when they're sweaty!
Who amongst us hasn't experienced the joy of teargas hitting sweaty pits?
Our skin is glowing from mask sweat and teargas wipes.
Maintain your mask seal by drying your face with a clean and dedicated cloth. Clean your hands first!
Change your socks when they're sweaty!
Tell us your tips and tricks for staying geared up and ready in the heatwave/pandemic/insurrection combo.
All weekend please show up for houseless neighbors and protesters on the move with coolers full of cold water, sports drinks and juice.
Leftovers can go to @Symbiosis_PDX!
Leftovers can go to @Symbiosis_PDX!
