The City: 10 tips for enjoying the party without harming your health

The first edition of The Town promises 5 days of lots of music, as well as lots of physical effort, which will put your health to the test.

From tomorrow, 2 September, São Paulo will host the first edition of The Town. The festival will feature artists such as Post Malone, Demi Lovato, Bruno Mars, Maroon 5, Foo Fighters and more. To face the concert marathon with the temperature at its peak, facing sun exposure, tiredness and even some discomforts such as thirst and hunger, it is necessary to adopt a series of health measures. Check out 10 tips:

1 – Get plenty of rest the night before

A good night’s sleep gives your body much more energy, so it’s essential that you get a good night’s sleep before starting The Town. Also pay attention to your diet, avoiding more fatty foods and, at the same time, very restrictive diets. Remember that your body needs nutrients to run through the marathon.

“Before the event, it is preferable not to skip any of the large meals, otherwise the routine will be lost. A reinforced breakfast, with fruit, eggs or yogurt, cereals and oatmeal, for example, will help you endure the day” , explains nutritionist Dr. Marcella Garcez, director and professor of the Brazilian Association of Nutrology (ABRAN).

2 – Get ready for the concert marathon

The Town is São Paulo’s largest music, culture and arts festival, with 6 stages and 360,000 m2. Therefore, the visitor has to spend the whole day walking. “Since not everyone has adequate physical preparation to face the concert marathon, problems such as cramps and muscle pain, especially in the legs and feet, are common in this type of event,” emphasizes Dr. Aline Lamaita, vascular surgeon, member of the Sociedade Brazilian Society of Angiology and Vascular Surgery and the American College of LifeStyle Medicine.

Therefore, it is important to take some precautions, such as choosing the right shoes to face the day of the fashion shows. “The shoe must offer stability, have an adequate fit for your foot and, of course, be comfortable. In addition, the shoes you choose must be adapted to your type of step,” explains Dr. Marcos Cortelazo, orthopedic specialist in knee and sports traumatology , a member of the Brazilian Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (SBOT), who nonetheless recommends carrying out a warm-up session before leaving the house.

“Warming up is essential to prepare the whole body, from joints to organs such as the heart, for future exercise. Carrying out any physical activity with still stiff muscles and joints can favor the onset of injuries,” explains the orthopedic surgeon. As for nutrition, don’t forget to consume good carbohydrates, preferably whole grains, as your body will need a lot of energy.

3 – Take only the essentials

You will spend hours on your feet, so carrying a lot of weight, putting extra strain on your spine and joints, will make your situation even worse. “Use carriers or backpacks that distribute weight evenly across your back, thus avoiding pain and discomfort,” says Dr. Aline.

In your rucksack, remember to bring light food: “The secret is to plan ahead and buy healthy snacks, protein bars, dried fruit, fresh or dried fruit and natural snacks to take along the way, ensuring light and healthy snacks, plus the advantage of spending less,” says Dr. Marcella.

4 – Stay hydrated and avoid drinking too much alcohol

During the day of the shows it is essential to pay attention to dehydration and consume plenty of water. “That’s because intense heat and excessive drinking can increase the incidence of cramps, muscle pain, and fluid retention,” Dr. Aline points out.

In addition to drinking plenty of water, it is also worth taking fruits such as apples, pears and melons, as they help hydrate the body. It is worth remembering to pay close attention to excessive alcohol consumption during The Town.

“Besides dehydration, another major factor caused by alcohol is kidney overload. Ethanol disrupts the function of antidiuretic hormone, which ensures that the body does not lose too much water, causing the kidneys to stop concentrating urine , losing more water than usual Since the drink forces the body to make a great effort to eliminate the substance, it is necessary to dilute it in water and eliminate it in the form of urine, causing dehydration”, explains nephrologist Dr. Caroline Reigada, specialist in Intensive Care Medicine of the Brazilian Association of Intensive Care Medicine.

5 – Protect your skin

It is very common for people to forget to protect their skin from solar radiation during music festivals and other outdoor events. However, exposure to sunlight during these events tends to be prolonged and intense, which can damage the skin.

“When they reach unprotected skin, the sun’s UVA and UVB rays generate cumulative damage that causes photoaging, with the early appearance of wrinkles, blemishes and sagging, as well as precancerous skin lesions,” warns dermatologist Dr. Lilian Brasileiro, member of the Brazilian Society of Dermatology. Therefore, it is essential to use a photoprotector before leaving the house, as well as replicate the product throughout the day to ensure its effectiveness.

“It is important that sunscreen is effective against UVA and UVB rays. It is advisable to choose products with an SPF of at least 30. But it is interesting to choose a sunscreen that is also formulated with antioxidant ingredients, which offers additional benefits against radiation damage sunscreens,” advises the doctor.

6 – Use fashion to your advantage

Another way to enjoy The Town without having to worry about sun damage to your skin is through the use of physical barriers, such as sunglasses, which must have UVB-protected lenses to prevent damage to the ocular melanocytes and eyelid region, and hats and clothes, which should preferably be made with fabrics that contain substances capable of protecting against the sun’s rays, mainly UVB rays.

“It is also important to use clothes, hats, caps, sunglasses, umbrellas and umbrellas. Any measure that avoids sun exposure in the affected region must be encouraged,” explains dermatologist Dr. Paola Pomerantzeff, a member of the Brazilian Society of Dermatology.

7 – Try not to sit still for too long

Among the types of visitors to music festivals, there are those who, instead of walking around to see the most diverse artists, prefer to stay put and approach the stages to make sure they see their favorite singer up close. If this applies to you, be very careful, because standing still for a long time can cause discomfort such as swelling in the leg area, which, in extreme cases, can lead to blood clots, thrombosis or even pulmonary embolism.

“It is important then to take breaks to sit down and lift your feet, lightening the weight of the lower limbs,” advises Dr. Aline. “The same warning applies if you go to the festival, whether by car, plane or bus. In this case, the ideal is to take breaks every two hours to walk and move, especially stimulating the lower limbs. “

8 – Take care of your skin as soon as you get home

The cures don’t stop after the end of The Town. When you get home, it’s important to invest in a powerful skincare routine that can remove the dirt that has built up on your skin (and your photoprotector) and treat any damage your skin may have sustained throughout the day. For example, it is essential to use a face soap or a cleansing foam with a creamy and velvety formula, capable of removing oil and dirt from the skin without damaging it. Then use moisturizing and calming face masks, advises dermatologist Dr. Paola Pomerantzeff.

“Topical hydration of the skin after intense sun exposure is very important because, while we sunbathe, our skin tends to dehydrate, compromising cell renewal and, consequently, the structure of the skin,” warns the specialist. To avoid this problem, choose face masks that contain active ingredients such as aloe vera, which has moisturizing and calming properties at the same time.

9 – Rest between days at The Town

Allow yourself a moment of rest between one day and the other of the festival, with a good night’s sleep, so that your body can regain energy and your legs can rest properly. According to Dr. Aline, sleeping late and standing for long hours during these events tends to retain fluids and bloat, especially for people with poor circulation, obese people, pregnant women, and people with high blood pressure. .

“It is important to remember that if the swelling persists for a long time, the incidence of erysipelas, phlebitis and even thrombosis increases,” explains the doctor. If possible, schedule a relaxing massage for the day after the concert marathon.

10 – Know what to do in case of swollen legs and feet

In this case, the doctor recommends sleeping with your legs elevated, placing a pillow underneath, and applying cold compresses at the end of the day. Also, you need to pay attention to your diet during the festival, avoiding the consumption of sodas and industrialized foods, as an excess of sodium can raise blood pressure and worsen swelling.

“It is also important never to burn your feet or apply any type of hot compress, as these can cause blood vessels to dilate and make the situation worse,” warns Dr. Aline Lamaita. “For those who already have a predisposition to water retention, consult a vascular doctor, as there are medications, socks and even creams that can make the legs much lighter and healthier to enjoy the show,” concludes the doctor.

Source: Terra

Earl

Earl Johnson is a music writer at Gossipify, known for his in-depth analysis and unique perspective on the industry. A graduate of USC with a degree in Music, he brings years of experience and passion to his writing. He covers the latest releases and trends, always on the lookout for the next big thing in music.