Clothes for swimming in the pool: description, types, care

Swimming is not only competitions, awards, but also an ideal opportunity to keep yourself in great physical shape and be in a great mood, in harmony with yourself. That is why many of those who love sports prefer going to the pool. But first you need to purchase everything you need to visit an artificial reservoir.

Sportswear for swimming in the pool is a must-have for absolutely everyone, and in this case there are no exceptions. It is possible that someone, especially those who are just going to go there, will ask themselves a question about why special clothes are needed at all. It's very simple, there are reasons for this:

• observance of personal hygiene and safety of those who visit the pool with you;
• swimwear protects the body and skin from the negative effects of chlorinated water;
• convenience and comfort when swimming.

So, everyone who is going to visit the pool should purchase:

• swimming suit: for men it is a swimming trunks for swimming, for women - a special sports or swimming swimsuit;
• replaceable shoes;
• a hat;
• towel;
• glasses;
• robe;
• hygiene items: creams, lotions, soap, shampoo (they are used before or after a shower);
• hydro or silicone socks that will perfectly cope with the function of protecting the swimmer's feet.

Before you go and purchase all the accessories, you need to make sure that swimming in the pool is not contraindicated for you. To do this, you should undergo an examination and obtain legal confirmation that your health condition allows you to go to the pool.If you do not have chronic diseases, problems with the cardiovascular system, open wounds and skin diseases, there will be no problems obtaining a certificate.

For each of the above swimming attributes, there are a number of requirements that they must meet. This also applies to the material from which the accessory is made.

This is one of the most important attributes, but you shouldn't confuse going to the beach with going to the pool. Manufacturers make women's swimwear for the pool from the following materials.

• Cotton. This is an environmentally friendly and safe material, but swimming in a pool in a cotton swimsuit is not very comfortable: it is not too elastic and will not protect the body from the effects of chlorine.

• Lycra. It is the most elastic material and is ideal for sewing a swimsuit. It is lightweight, durable, moisture resistant.

• Polyamide. Thin, durable fabric. It is water-repellent. Swimsuit made of polyamide dries quickly, breathes well, does not hinder movement when swimming.

• Microfiber. This is a synthetic fiber, which today is very often used in the process of sewing clothes, and not only for swimming. The swimsuit made of it is durable, wear-resistant, durable.

• Polyester. Dense, elastic and body-protective material. If the polyester is of good quality, it will not harm the skin. But a suit made of it will stretch over time and lose its properties.

• Supplex. It is a very stringy fabric. It is from supplex that swimming suits for professional athletes are made. It has a lot of positive properties, and also hides figure flaws and emphasizes its merits.

As for men's swimming trunks, they are also made from different materials, like women's swimwear. But it is better to give preference to a product made of supplex, microfiber or polyamide.

In slippers or flip-flops, they take a shower and just walk around the pool. They are needed in order not to catch skin diseases, because it is not very safe to step with bare feet on the coating. Also the presence of special shoes will protect you from falling on a slippery surface.

This attribute is just as important as a swimsuit. It performs protective functions: water does not enter the ears, the hair does not get wet. The cap is made from:

• rubber;

• fabrics;

• silicone;

• combined materials.

They also perform a protective function: they protect the eyes from the ingress of chlorinated water into them. You can buy any model, the main thing is that the size fits perfectly.

A warm soft robe is also required. It must have absorbent and moisture-absorbing properties. It is advisable to buy a product made of microfiber or polyester. In a specialized store, you can buy a sports robe that will meet all the requirements.

Swimwear must be cared for properly to prolong its life. Follow these guidelines:

• wash each accessory after visiting the pool;
• clothes should dry naturally, and it is advisable to avoid direct sunlight;
• when washing, do not use conditioners and rinses;
• washing must be exclusively hand-made;
• store things in a dry and dark place.

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