The Missouri State High School Athletic Association has information posted on their site entitled, "MSHSAA GUIDELINES FOR AVOIDING HEAT-RELATED PROBLEMS DURING PRACTICE AND CONTESTS".
Below are a couple of excerpts:
C. The following procedures should be considered for practice sessions when a dangerous heat index level is indicated:
1. Possible cancellation of all practice.
2. Shorter practice time.
3. Early morning or late evening practice.
4. Move outside practice sessions indoors.
III. It is recommended that a weight chart be kept for each individual athlete and posted in the locker room or available area. Each athlete should weigh in at the beginning of each practice session and weigh out at the end of each practice session. The percentage of weight loss should be calculated. A weight loss greater than three (3) percent should indicate potential danger of excessive loss of body fluids during the practice sessions and accordingly, adequate fluid replacement should be maintained throughout the remainder of that day. Greater than five (5) percent weight loss indicates the possibility and significant danger of developing a heat-related illness.
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