Why Does Your Face Turn Red When You Exercise?
Think going red during exercise means you're unfit? The science says otherwise. Exercise induced facial flushing has virtually no correlation with fitness level, and it might actually signal a more efficient cooling system.
In this episode, Jen, Chris, and Matt explore why some people turn tomato red during a workout while others barely change colour. The answer lies in genetics, specifically in blood vessel density and reactivity. The team breaks down what's really happening under your skin, why people with pronounced flushing often have better thermal regulation, and what you can actually…
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