College move-in day can be one of the busiest, and most stressful, days of the year.

Summer is the busiest time of year for moving, but it's also the hottest. While many people spend heat waves indoors with the air conditioning running, moving often requires hours of lifting, carrying, loading, and unloading in direct sunlight.

Summer moving season can feel like the Hunger Games; tight schedules, packed calendars, and last-minute chaos. Here’s how to survive your summer move without losing your mind.