What safety precautions should you pay attention to when swimming?

Swimming is a good way for us to exercise regularly. Swimming is not limited to age or season. Swimming that does not affect health is mostly done in summer when the weather is suitable for swimming. In winter, the water is too cold and it is only suitable for indoor swimming. Swimming has many benefits for the body. As long as you exercise regularly, it is excellent. However, we must also pay attention to safety when swimming, otherwise accidents are prone to occur and life will be threatened. So what safety matters should we pay attention to when swimming?

1. Swimming time: Generally, you should swim half an hour after a meal to ensure physical strength and proper digestion of food. You cannot swim on an empty stomach, which may easily lead to physical exhaustion and cramps. Also, the swimming time should not be too long; less than an hour is more appropriate. Soaking in water for a long time may easily lead to physical discomfort.

2. Swimming items: Swimming goggles are helpful in protecting the eyes and preventing water from entering the eyes and causing infection. Those who cannot swim should remember to bring a swimming ring, which can be useful at critical moments. Pay attention to protecting your ears when swimming to prevent water from flowing into the ears and causing unnecessary trouble. Also, pay attention to prevent choking on water and accidents when swimming.

3. Preparation for swimming: Do some warm-up exercises before swimming, such as stretching your limbs, moving your joints, etc. At the same time, pour water on your head and chest to allow the body to adapt to the water temperature and avoid cramps. If you swim outdoors, pay attention to the water temperature, warm up before entering the water, and pay attention to the safety of the swimming location. Do not jump directly into the water rashly, which may cause your body to overreact, and avoid being scratched by sharp objects at the bottom of the water.

Swim in swimming pools and designated (or frequented) swimming areas in rivers, lakes, and seas. Do not swim in unfamiliar rivers, lakes, seas, ponds, and reservoirs, nor in waters infested with schistosomiasis, or that are polluted or overgrown with weeds. Teenagers and beginner swimmers should be accompanied by a companion who is familiar with water.

4. Do not swim when you are too tired or on an empty stomach. Do not go into the water when you are in poor health (such as menstruating, having a cold or suffering from other illnesses). After finishing a sport, you should wait until the sweat disappears before swimming. If you don't pay attention to these problems, dizziness or cramps may easily occur.

5. Points to note after entering the water: Choose the water depth according to your own level, and pay attention to the people around you when swimming to prevent collisions and scratches. If you encounter emergencies while swimming, you must stay calm and have enough knowledge to deal with them.

6. Swimming hygiene issues: Remember to choose a swimming pool or outdoor swimming spot with good water quality. Remember to rinse thoroughly before and after swimming and maintain personal hygiene so that you can exercise more healthily.

What safety precautions should you take when swimming? There are many things you need to pay attention to when swimming, all designed for safety. Safety is a very important point to pay attention to when swimming. Even adults must swim with a companion. It is forbidden to go swimming alone. Even people who are good at swimming may suffer from cramps and other discomforts in the water. If no treatment is provided, it is very dangerous. You should also pay attention to the key points before and after swimming to avoid stimulation while swimming.