Tips when Swimming
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As you already know from the site that swimming is a super way to stay healthy. We will help you move through the ranks from beginner to advanced, with out great programmes. People say it can be difficult to motivate, stop making excuses and make time to exercise. Embrace it and enjoy it, the only person who you let down by not exercising the body and mind is YOU.
Enjoy these few tips that can help you with your swimming, to make it a more enjoyable experience, not only that but o get the most out of your session.
Check the swimming pool session times
Find a time that suits you.
Preferably when the pool has allocated lanes for uses, for individuals, this way you can really enjoy your swim instead of dodging the world and his dog.
Get a separate bag or box for your swim gear
Nip into any of the big supermarkets and grab, a tub or water proof bag this will ensure you don’t mix any wet clothes with dry ones. Also makes for a better overall experience, as less thing smelling of clorine when you get home.
Before you Start Swimming.
When you get in the pool don’t get straight into the swim take a few minute to glide through the water this will ensure you are warmed up. Let your body get used to the water and your heart pumping.
Practice your breathing during swimming
Practice your breathing technique on the first length to allow it to become instinctive, that is one less thing to distract you when you begin your swim
Picking the right swim gear
You need to go for a streamlined costume to get the most from your swim a pair of Speedos for the boys is great and just a plain bodysuit for the Girls, remember you want streamlined.
Wear a swimming hat
Regular use of a heavily chlorinated pool can affect your scalp and on occasions make it flake. You can avoid this by wearing a hat. It can make all the difference.
Wear a lined swim top
Feeling cold this is the answer for you, however ensure a good tight fit without restricting any movement.
This will help keep motivated in those Winter months.
Look after your goggles swimming goggles
Use demisting fluid prior to swimming and look after your goggles.