Summer swimming preparation and suitable conditions for pregnant women

In the past, the elderly always said that "pregnant women are forbidden to swim." In fact, swimming has many benefits for pregnant women as long as you master the water temperature, amount of exercise and swimming method. So when summer comes, what preparations should pregnant women make if they want to go swimming? What are the suitable conditions for pregnant women to swim?

Preparation and suitable conditions for pregnant women to swim in summer

1. The water temperature should be kept at around 30℃ (85T). On the one hand, at this water temperature, muscles are less likely to cramp and fatigue. On the other hand, this water temperature will not increase your body temperature because it is too hot. If the water temperature is below 28°C, it will cause tension in the uterus and may lead to premature birth or miscarriage. When swimming, choose a time when the uterus is not easily tense (10 am to 2 pm). If the water temperature is too high, you will feel tired.

2. Not every pregnant woman can swim or swim anywhere. Before going into the water, you must measure your blood pressure and pulse, and do various tests. Qualified people can swim in water at a temperature of 29-31 degrees Celsius and with a professional coach.

3. Pregnant women should choose the correct and reasonable time to practice swimming. The best time to swim is during the 5th to 7th month of pregnancy, because the fetus is now stably implanted, the organs have grown into place, and physiological functions have begun to take effect. In the late pregnancy, swimming should be stopped to avoid premature rupture of membranes and infection.

4. Pregnant women should choose backstroke. Floating in the water and gently paddling are good exercise postures that can relieve back pain. In addition, strenuous movements should be avoided during training to avoid fatigue.

5. Choose a swimming training venue with good sanitary conditions and the presence of professional medical staff. On the one hand, it provides psychological comfort, and on the other hand, if any accident occurs, professional medical staff will take immediate measures on the spot. There are some swimming training schools for pregnant women abroad that help pregnant women exercise.

6. In order to avoid slipping before entering or after getting out of the water, it is best to wear non-slip slippers and take them off when you reach the pool, or put on non-slip slippers immediately after getting out of the water.

7. Don't overstretch your joints. Because of the buoyancy of water, it is often easy to overextend your joints without realizing it.

8. No diving. The physical condition after pregnancy is very different from that before pregnancy. Pregnant mothers should not blindly trust their physical condition to avoid dangerous incidents of drowning.

9. If weather permits, try to choose an outdoor swimming pool. This way, you won't be irritated by the smell of chlorine and feel uncomfortable. Of course, the latest swimming pool filtration systems currently use ozone, which has stronger bactericidal power and is odorless, to replace chlorine. If you can choose a swimming pool like this, there is nothing to worry about.

10. Remember to replenish water or juice before or after swimming, just like doing other exercises. Because swimming is also a sport, even though there is water all around, dehydration is still possible. If you have the habit of swimming several times at a time, it is best to measure your pulse or understand your speaking speed at all times to determine whether you have overexerted yourself. Many people don't know their physical condition after getting into the water. If after measurement, you find that you have over-exercised, you should slow down your exercise or simply go to the shore to rest.