As with any
sport, be sure to
properly stretch your body before swimming. It avoids injury and cramps,
which usually happen wile
swimming in cooler water.
Eating
Swimming is not recommended on
a full stomach. You should wait for the body to digest properly. Since
the body is at "work" when digesting food, strenuous exercise and the
change in body temperature could prove very harmful.
Equipment
Goggles are necessary for sport
swimming. They protect the eyes from exposure to chorine and impurities
that can exist in the water, not to mention they let you see.
::Related Sports ::
Water Polo
Try water polo for an intense
and complete body workout.
Surfing
Swimming skills are vital to
the surfer, but keep in mind that fatigue plays a big factor. If your
going to try surfing, start small and work your way up, you'll increase
your skill as well as your stamina while avoiding possible injury.
