March, 3rd, 2026

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this symposium, participants will be able to:

• Explain the physiological effects of heat exposure on athletic performance and occupational productivity

• Describe health risks associated with environmental heat exposure across diverse populations

• Identify physiological responses to heat stress and mechanisms of heat. acclimation

• Summarize current heat safety standards in athletic, clinical, and occupational settings

• Evaluate prevention strategies that improve heat tolerance and reduce heat-related illness and injury

 

Pre-registration is required by emailing nicole.rambone@uconn.edu 

KSI charity team runners receive guaranteed entry to the 2026 BMW Berlin Marathon while raising funds to support the Korey Stringer Institute.

The 2026 Berlin Marathon is provisionally scheduled for Sunday, September 27, 2026.

The Korey Stringer Institute provides research, education, advocacy and consultation to maximize performance, optimize safety and prevent sudden death for the athlete, warfighter and laborer. You can help further that mission and impact the health and safety of active individuals everywhere by running with KSI!

The Advantage of Running with KSI

As a member of our team you:

1. Have race registration fee covered and guaranteed entry to the race
2. Are provided with a subscription to the Realbuzz Club+ (online training support)
3. Are provided fundraising support, including a personal fundraising page, to help you meet your goal!
4. Are provided with a heat acclimatization strategy – this is a proven tactic to improve race performance even in cool weather!
5. Are offered an opportunity to come to our laboratory for testing that may be used to help enhance your marathon preparation and race day performance. If you come to our laboratory, we will perform:
   1. VO2max testing – the gold standard to measure aerobic fitness
   2. Hydration needs assessment – this can provide a precise prescription of your fluid needs for training and on race day
   3. Consultation on how to best integrate your testing results into your training and racing.

Fundraising Commitment

Charity runners commit to fundraising a minimum of $3,500 before two weeks prior to race day. If the fundraising pledge is not met, the remaining balance is charged to the charity runner.

 

QUESTIONS?

Contact Rebecca Stearns or submit an inquiry form to be considered for KSI’s Charity Team.