Heat cramps result from excessive sweating that dilutes our body’s electrolyte levels. This is aggravated by drinking copious amounts of water.

Heat cramps can be quite painful. They typically occur on the lower part of the body. If you find yourself cramping when riding in hot weather, you might consider this a sign of dehydration and low electrolyte level.

Consider getting out of the heat, if possible, and drinking a sport drink, eating a banana, taking an electrolyte cap, drinking a V-8 juice etc. You’re looking to replace sodium and potassium as a minimum. Doing this will help replace water loss as well as provide electrolytes that will help relieve the cramping.