Sun Protection:
·
Sunscreen is highly
recommended.
·
Lip balm with SPF protection is also
highly recommended.
Apparel
·
Students should wear shorts,
non-cotton shorts are the most comfortable in the heat and athletic shorts work
extremely well for marching band.
·
Students should wear short sleeved
t-shirts that are lighter in color and light weight.
·
Tennis shoes are required for the
marching band activity, as we will be spending a lot of time on our feet!
·
Sunglasses and/or hat are strongly
encouraged.
Nutrition
·
Students are required to bring water
to every marching band rehearsal.
o A
Water bottle or cup is necessary. Water coolers are on hand for your student to
refill when they are empty.
o Liquids other than water
are not a good idea. Drinks with sugar can have a negative affect especially on
hot days, and aren't very good for maintaining hydration.
·
Students should keep in mind that we
will be spending up to 3-4 hours at a time outside during rehearsals when they
make food choices.
o Milk
and dairy products don’t tend to sit will in a moving stomach in the heat.
Breakfasts that are high in protein such as peanut butter toast even toast with
small amounts of egg are great.
o Sodas
and some other sugary drinks are diuretics and tend to dehydrate. While it’s
okay for students to drink sodas, it’s best to supplement with water on more
occasions during the fall season. The more hydrated you are while indoors, the
better you will fare outdoors.
o “Chips
and a coke” are not an ideal lunch to get ready for afternoon rehearsals.
Students should eat a good solid lunch for sustained energy during afternoon
rehearsals.
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