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Stacey Hart

Why Pads Are a NO-GO for Swimming! 🌊🩸🤔

Thinking about taking a dip with a menstrual pad on — You might want to rethink that! While pads are awesome for daily wear, they're definitely not designed for a swim. 1️⃣ Pads are like super-sponges. In the pool, they'll quickly soak up all that water, leaving no room for your actual flow. 2️⃣ Ever think about what happens to a pad in water? It can disintegrate, releasing bits of material (and, well, blood) into the pool. Not exactly hygienic or appealing for anyone sharing the water! 3️⃣ A water-logged pad gets heavy and bulky. It'll shift around, bunch up, and just generally be super uncomfortable, making it tough to swim freely. 4️⃣ No one wants random bits of pad floating around in the pool. It's a potential mess and can definitely ruin the vibe for other swimmers. Better Options Exist! Tampons, menstrual cups, and even specialized period swimwear are all designed to handle the water, keeping you confident and protected. So next time, choose one of the swim-friendly alternatives and make a splash worry-free 😉 #PeriodTipsAndTricks #SwimSafety #MenstrualHealth #PoolDay #HygieneTips #PeriodTalk #SwimTips #Swimming

Why Pads Are a NO-GO for Swimming! 🌊🩸🤔
Timothy Warren

‼️💡Swimming lane etiquette more people should know

Many lap swimmers—new and experienced—can benefit from the occasional refresher on lane etiquette. Here are a few basics that help keep everyone safe and swimming smoothly—from a former collegiate swimmer who now swims regularly at the Y: 🏊 Two swimmers in one lane? Split the lane and swim straight. 🏊 More than two? Circle swim, keeping to the right side. 🏊 Try not to follow too closely. If you're right on someone’s feet, consider passing or giving a little more space. 🏊 If someone is gaining on you, it’s courteous to let them pass at the wall. Generally, the faster swimmer has the right of way. 🏊 Taking a break? Try to rest at the far right or left corner of the wall so others can turn safely. 🏊 Finished with your set? Consider exiting the lane so others can continue uninterrupted. 🏊 Have a lane to yourself? If someone is waiting, offering to split is always appreciated. Ultimately, it comes down to being respectful, communicating when needed, and staying aware of others. A little courtesy goes a long way in a shared pool 😊 #Swimming #LapSwim #PoolEtiquette #SwimTips #SwimmingCommunity

‼️💡Swimming lane etiquette more people should know
Donald Wilson

❓How Many Laps for your perfect swim workout? 🏊‍♂️💪

It's a common question. Actually as I swim longer and longer, I always wonder how many laps I “really” need for a solid workout. So I've looked up some information, and found out it's actually a little complex: First off, the vocab is not what you might expect 😂 Lap = Length: Yes, swimming from one end of the pool to the other counts as 1 lap (or 1 length). No going back and forth for one "lap" here. Pool Sizes: Most local pools are "short course" (25m or 25 yards). Olympic-sized pools are "long course" (50m). Your lap count changes based on your pool. Now for the good stuff – these are for short course (25m/yard) pools and assume a structured workout (warm-up, drills, sets, cool-down, not just continuous swimming): Beginners: Aim for 30-40 laps (750-1000m/yards) in 20-30 minutes. Intermediate: You're looking at 60-100 laps (1500-2500m/yards) in about an hour. Advanced: Expect 160-200 laps (4000-5000m/yards) over 1.5 to 2 hours. (If you're in a 50m long course pool, just halve these numbers for your lap count) Remember, these are guidelines – adapt them to your goals and how much time you have. A structured workout is key for progress, not just endless laps! 😁👍🏾 #Swimming #SwimWorkout #PoolWorkouts #FitnessGoals #SwimTips #WorkoutRoutine #BeginnerSwimmer #AdvancedSwimmer #GetFit #Sports

❓How Many Laps for your perfect swim workout? 🏊‍♂️💪