<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><item href="/blog/2026/03/ci-extreme-heat.php" dsn="blog"><title>Improving Safety and Performance in Extreme Heat </title><item_date>03/09/2026 11:36:00 AM</item_date><author/><image><img src="/blog/images/2026/02/ci-firefighters.jpg" alt="firefighters in full gear silhouetted in front of blazing fire"/></image><display>true</display><summary>Challenging climates are a constant for competitive athletes, first responders, and outdoor workers. In extreme conditions, understanding and preventing heat-related illness and optimizing performance are increasingly critical.</summary><tags><tag>IHPC</tag></tags><categories/></item>