{"id":2766,"date":"2020-02-21T07:00:03","date_gmt":"2020-02-21T07:00:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.travall.com\/en-us\/?p=2766"},"modified":"2020-03-19T12:51:19","modified_gmt":"2020-03-19T12:51:19","slug":"wild-swimming-10-tips-to-help-you-enjoy-the-adventure","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.travall.com\/en-us\/wild-swimming-10-tips-to-help-you-enjoy-the-adventure\/","title":{"rendered":"Wild swimming: 10 tips to help you enjoy the adventure"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

Wild swimming is becoming an increasingly popular outdoor pursuit. With many of us leading fairly sedentary lives in urban environments, wild swimming allows us to get in shape and to get back to nature at the same time. There are many things to consider when going wild swimming and these will change depending on the season and sometimes the tide. So we thought we\u2019d share our top 10 tips for wild swimming so you can enjoy the sport safely:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

1.\u00a0Never go wild swimming alone<\/strong>.\u00a0 Make sure you have a buddy with you.\u00a0 It\u2019ll not only make the experience more enjoyable, but will make sure you can look out for each other\u2019s welfare.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

2.\u00a0Don’t just take the plunge<\/strong>.\u00a0 Swimming outdoors can be seriously cold even during the warmer months of the year, so it is essential that you are aware of the temperature of the water. Ease yourself into the water gradually to avoid cold water shock, which can prove fatal.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

3.\u00a0Know your surroundings<\/strong>. Be aware of the depth of the water and of any currents and underwater plants such as reeds.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

4.\u00a0Wear appropriate swimwear<\/strong>.\u00a0 Wearing a full swimming wetsuit gives some protection from the cold. A swim hat in neoprene is also advised as are swim boots and gloves –\u00a0 the extremities feel the cold more.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

5.\u00a0Protect yourself from infection<\/strong>.\u00a0 Wear ear plugs to avoid ear infections. Cover any cuts or wounds with waterproof band aids.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

6.\u00a0Look for algae<\/strong>.\u00a0 If you spot blue-green algae (more common in warmer weather conditions) don\u2019t enter the water. Blue-green algae is hazardous to your health.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

7.\u00a0Be hypothermia aware<\/strong>. Know the signs of\u00a0hypothermia<\/a>, so you can spot this in you or your swimming companion. Exit the water if either of you exhibit symptoms.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

8.\u00a0Ensure full hydration<\/strong>. Drink plenty of fluids prior to swimming.\u00a0 Dehydration can lead to muscle cramps, which can be dangerous when swimming.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

9.\u00a0Bundle up<\/strong>. Make sure you have plenty of dry warm clothing and towels with you for after the swim to avoid chills.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

10.\u00a0Protect your ride.\u00a0<\/strong>Add\u00a0rubber car mats\u00a0<\/a>and a\u00a0rubber trunk liner\u00a0<\/a>to keep your car clean and dry on the ride home.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Wild swimming is becoming an increasingly popular outdoor pursuit. With many of us leading fairly sedentary lives in urban environments, wild swimming allows us to get in shape and to get back to nature at the same time. There are many things to consider when going wild swimming and these will change depending on the …<\/p>\n

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