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Are you taking part in your school's sports day?

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Ready, steady, go!

Summer is here and the end of the school year is getting closer, which means one thing for many of you - it's time for sports day!

School sports day is when pupils, and sometimes even teachers and parents, take part in athletic events and games.

These can include more traditional sports like running, hurdles and long jump, or more unusual competitions, like sack races and the three-legged race.

Are you having a sports day at your school? What will you be doing? And what is your favourite sports day event?

Let us know in the comments below.

With parts of the UK facing warm temperatures, maybe your school has made some changes to their sports day plans.

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) recommends children should not take part in vigorous physical activity on very hot days.

Here are some ways to stay cool in the hot weather.

  • Stay hydrated - when it gets hot, your body will sweat more, which means you will become dehydrated faster than normal. Make sure you drink lots of water and eat snacks like fruit to keep your energy up.

  • Wear sunscreen - sunscreen helps protect your skin from the Sun's ultra violet (UV) rays, which can cause burns or make you feel unwell. Look out for ones with a high SPF (Sun Protection Factor) number like SPF 30 or 50 for more protection. Make sure you re-apply your sunscreen regularly throughout the day.

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It's important to drink lots of water when it's hot

  • Cover up - wear light coloured clothing, if you can, that covers as much of your skin as possible.

  • Clothes - loose-fitting or even long-sleeved clothes can help to keep you cool and protect you. Lighter colours like white can help to reflect the sunlight, whereas darker colours like black can absorb heat and might make you feel warmer.

  • Find cover - when the sunlight peaks between 12-3pm it is best to find shade to stay out of the sun's most intense rays.

Are you having a sports day at your school? What will you be doing? And what is your favourite sports day event?