Why are you exhausted after a day in the sun?

You’d think a day spent lounging on the beach would be the ultimate recharge. No deadlines, no emails, just rest and relaxation. And yet, by the time you head home, you’re wiped out. Not just relaxed, completely drained. It's supposed to be restful, so why does it feel like you’ve just run a marathon in flip-flops? It’s not just the sun, it’s the heat, the humidity, and the work your body puts in to stay cool. Even when you're lying still, your internal systems are hustling to keep your core temperature around 37°C. The hotter it gets, the harder your body has to work. How does the body manage that? At what point does heat become too much? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠Who was the real Count of Monte Cristo?⁠ ⁠How can we choose the right sunscreen product?⁠ ⁠Can I reuse sunscreen from one year to the next?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First Broadcast: 21/7/2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices