• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

Marketinia

Marketing Solutions for Moving Forward

  • Home
  • Topics
    • Business
    • Construction
    • Family
    • Fitness
    • Furniture
    • Health
    • Swimming Pool
  • Ask a Question
  • Contact Us

Top 10 Winterizing Tips for Swimmers

Last updated on June 2, 2017 by Sozo Staff Leave a Comment


As if frequenting the pool wasn’t hard enough on your skin and hair, winter presents added risks for a swimmer’s skin and hair. When you combine the two, extreme dryness and damage are all-too-often the natural results. By carefully upping your hair and skin health regimen though, you can decrease the negative effects of winter weather and avoid any disruptions to your swimming routine.

1. Drink that water!

If you’re not sure how much you should be drinking per day to keep your body at an optimal hydration level, check out this chart. A good rule of thumb for most people is to make sure your urine maintains a light yellow color.

2. Take frequent showers.

The more time you spend in the pool, the more time you need to spend in fresh water; a quick rinse is not enough. Spend at least 5 minutes in the shower before jumping into the pool to ensure that your hair and skin are hydrated.

3. Add an extra protective layer to your skin.

Waterproof sunscreen is a good solution, since it is designed to create a barrier to chlorine.

4. Prevent chafing for areas subject to rubbing.

These areas will naturally be more susceptible to irritation when subjected to chlorine. You can give them added protection by applying a thin layer of Vaseline before jumping into the pool.

5. Provide extra protection for your hair.

Experiment with different kinds of oils to find the one that you prefer: baby oil, olive oil, and coconut oil are all healthy options. Simply put some on your hands, and run your fingers through your hair to coat your hair before entering the pool.

6. Cleanse hair and skin after pool time.

If you participate in an all-day event, be sure to shower between events to make sure no chlorine dries on your skin and hair, and then do the same after you’re finished. Be sure to thoroughly cleanse both your hair and your body.

7. Re-hydrate after showering.

For your skin, re-hydration means using an aqueous Cream (i.e. Aquaphor, Eucerin, or a specially prescribed dermatalogical cream). For hair, it means applying a conditioner.

8. Give your hair some extra TLC.

Especially important for swimmers with long hair, using hair products designed with swimmers in mind can help you reduce the harmful effects of chlorine. You can also prevent added damage by using a blow dryer only on the lowest setting and using a wide-toothed comb instead of a brush.

9. Wash your swim suit, every time.

Be sure to do this as soon as possible after each swim session. Not only will you prevent skin irritation from dried chlorine, but you’ll ensure that your suit will last longer, too!

10. Don’t wait to get help.

When the drying effects of winter combine with the effects of chlorinated water, seemingly minor skin irritations can quickly become major ones. If your usual skin-care regimen isn’t keeping problems at bay, make certain that you see a dermatologist as soon as possible.

Image credits: Top © Aida Koric/Fotolia; 2nd © MICROGEN/Fotolia.

Filed Under: Fitness, Health

Additional Articles

Aquatic Workouts: Who Can Benefit, Part 2
pool noodle exercise
Aquatic Workouts: Who Can Benefit, Part 1
Ways That Owning a Pool Can Help You Conquer Stress, Part 2
family with teens lounging by pool
Ways That Owning a Pool Can Help You Conquer Stress, Part 1
burning calories with pool noodles
How to Sculpt Your Summer Body Using a Pool Noodle, Part 2
using pool noodles for exercise
How to Sculpt Your Summer Body Using a Pool Noodle, Part 1

Reader Interactions

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

two × two =



Primary Sidebar

Lyon Financial

Featured Articles

  • How Can Swimmers Prevent Hair and Skin Damage?
  • Healthy Hair and Skin for Swimmers
  • Top 10 Winterizing Tips for Swimmers
  • Physical Fitness for Kids, Part 1
  • Physical Fitness for Kids, Part 2
  • Planning for Success: Creating a Bag List for Gymnasts, Part 1
  • Online Marketing for Your Studio or School: The Basics
  • Online Marketing for Your Studio or School: Your Facebook Page, Part 1
  • Online Marketing for Your Studio or School: Your Facebook Page, Part 2
X10 Home Automation

Popular Articles

  • How to Keep Track of Your Flash Drive
  • Stretching: Can There Be Too Much of a Good Thing?
  • Benefits of Ambidexterity
  • Should I Use Genuine Mahogany or African Mahogany?
  • Marine Grade Plywood Uses and Facts
  • How Much Is Your Trucking Business Worth?
  • What’s All the Excitement over X10 Home Automation?
  • Product Review of NuCedar Materials
  • Heated Driveway Installation by D'Amico Electric of Westchester, NY
  • The Truth About Recovering from Shoulder Labral Repair Surgery
Lyon Financial

Reader Feedback

  • Alice Carroll on Gymnastics Tips: Back to the Basics with 6 Beginner Moves
  • Alice Carroll on The Vinyl Liner Pool Owner’s Guide to Swimming Pool Repairs
  • Alice Carroll on Concrete Sealer: What You Need to Know, Part 2
  • Alice Carroll on Vinyl Liner Options for Your New Swimming Pool
  • Afton Jackson on Pros & Cons of Fiberglass Swimming Pool Liners
  • Alice Carroll on Concrete Sealer: What You Need to Know, Part 3
  • Alice Carroll on Pros & Cons of Fiberglass Swimming Pool Liners
Lyon Financial

Copyright © 2023 Sozo Firm Inc · Privacy Policy · Disclaimer · Sitemap