LOS ANGELES, July 22, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- With summer in full swing, many plan to spend more time enjoying the sun and taking their workouts outside. Premier specialty sporting goods retailer Sport Chalet encourages consumers to partake in outdoor activities this summer while utilizing a number of cooling and hydration products to stay safe in the heat.

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"Many athletes will take the challenge whatever it is during the hot summer months; as heat-related injuries are a prime concern in the hottest season, it is our goal to equip consumers with the proper gear and apparel to withstand the blistering weather," said Sport Chalet Expert Paul Smedley. "To help ensure both safety and comfort in the heat, Sport Chalet offers cooling and hydration products for those who don't want to forgo their outdoor workouts this summer."

Instead of feeling defeated by the rising temperatures, Smedley provides tips and products to beat the heat and enjoy what the warmer months have to offer:


    --  Stay hydrated. Whether working out or just relaxing outside, the best
        way to guarantee safety in the heat is to stay fully hydrated throughout
        the day. To keep cool on the inside and outside, the O2 Cool Arctic
        Squeeze Insulated Mist N Sip Bottle is designed with an easy-to-squeeze
        misting feature. Carry water hands-free while trekking the outdoors with
        the CamelBak Fourteener 20 100 Oz Hydration Pack, which includes extra
        pockets for valuable personal belongings. For the most extreme sports,
        the flexible and durable design of the Vapur Element 1L Water Bottle is
        an essential.
    --  Dress without the mess. Rather than worrying about being drenched after
        a workout, send the sweat packing with the super-cooling and UV blocking
        fabric of the Columbia Zero Rules Short Sleeve Shirt available for Men
        and Women. If a refreshing boost of coolness is needed, pack the Grabber
        Magic Cool Cooling Cloth featuring high water absorption, retention and
        UV protection that lasts for hours.
    --  Run comfortably. Lace up in the Nike FS Lite Run Running Shoe, available
        for men and women, and hit up a nearby running trail. These shoes
        feature ventilated construction and cooling mesh to reduce moisture
        build-up, making strides light-weight and comfortable.
    --  Avoid odor. Escape the odor and athlete's foot that may accompany a
        tough, hot workout with adidas Men's Cushioned 3-Stripe No Show Sock and
        adidas Women's ClimaLite II No Show Sock. With sweat-absorbing fabric
        and Anti-Microbial treatment, these workout socks offer ultimate
        ventilation while the arch compression provides extra support and
        cushioning.
    --  Protect eyes from the sun. There's no need to sacrifice style while
        protecting eyes from the sun's rays. The sophisticated Oakley Necessity
        Sunglasses and Oakley Radarlock Path Sunglasses Polished Black are
        lightweight and paired with Plutonite® lenses for 100% UV protection
        while enjoying the action outdoors.
    --  Be cool headed. On long summer runs protect the most important part of
        the body with a running cap. The lightweight Marmot Women's Tilden
        Running Cap features breathable construction and is outfitted with
        reflective logos for safety, while the Under Armour Men's UA Classic
        Mesh Stretch Cap is equipped with a HeatGear sweatband to soak up sweat
        and maintain maximum comfort.
    --  Stay cool in the pool. There's no better way to cool off than going for
        a swim or participating in water sports. The durable TYR Women's Phoenix
        Splice 1PC Swimsuit and TYR Men's Samurai Jammer Swimsuit provide
        reliable and sleek coverage without the extra weight.

For more information on Sport Chalet's selection of cooling products, visit the website's Clothing and Hydration pages. To find a nearby Sport Chalet location, visit www.sportchalet.com.

About Sport Chalet

Sport Chalet (Nasdaq: SPCHA, SPCHB) is a premier, full service specialty sporting goods retailer featuring the industry's top sports brands in apparel, footwear, and sports equipment. Founded in 1959 by Norbert Olberz, the company has 50 stores in Arizona, California, Nevada and Utah; an online store at www.sportchalet.com; a Team Sales division; and offers more than 50 specialty services for the sports enthusiast, including online same day delivery, climbing, backcountry skiing, ski mountaineering, avalanche education, and mountain trekking instruction, car rack installation, snowboard and ski rental and repair, Scuba training and certification, Scuba boat charters, team sales, gait analysis, baseball/softball glove steaming and lacing, racquet stringing, and bicycle tune-up and repair at its store locations. For more information, visit Sport Chalet at www.sportchalet.com.

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