Reading time: 5 minutesJuly 2, 2026
Preventing Heat Stress in Tactical Gear: Hydration, Cooling and ThermoregulationHeat stress affects far more than comfort. It can reduce physical performance, impair concentration and slow decision-making. What role do hydration, functional clothing, ventilation and modern thermoregulation technologies play? In this article, we'll look at practical ways to reduce thermal load during firearms training, operational duty and extended movement in full kit.