So why do some really fit people seem to sweat so much? Sadideen breaks it down:

Size

“Typically, bigger people tend to sweat more as they generate more heat when moving, meaning they require more perspiration to cool the body down.”

Fitness levels

And the good news for us sweaty folk is it really is a sign that you’re in good shape. Sadideen explains: “The more muscle you have, the more you will sweat, as muscle mass generates more sweat than fat. Added to this, the fitter you are, the more you’re inclined to sweat, as you’re working harder, therefore producing more heat within the body that needs to be cooled down to avoid over-heating.”

Hormones

Aesthetics nurse Nina Prisk tells Stylist: “Hormones play a huge part in how much a person sweats. When we experience hormone imbalances, such as during pregnancy and menopause, this can result in increased sweating.” Hello, night sweats.

In addition, Prisk says: “Alcohol can affect your natural hormone balance as well as increasing your heart rate, which can cause sweating.” That might explain why you’re drenched during a post-pub Parkrun.

Age

“Age is also a factor,” says Sadideen. “As we age, we become less tolerant of heat and therefore sweat more to cool ourselves down efficiently. Our sweat glands also change as we get older, contributing to age-related sweat changes.”

Find yourself drenched in sweat after every workout? Here’s why some people sweat more than others