If swimming is our passion, we can’t wait to put our swimsuit on and dive into the water. But we often underestimate the fact that, being a hot and humid ecosystem, the pool is also particularly suitable for the proliferation of microorganisms, such as bacteria, fungi and viruses that can cause inconveniences for our health.
For this reason, proper hygiene in the facilities must always come first for the managers. In fact, by law, environmental hygienic requirements such as water quality, temperature, amount of chlorine and treatment times must be respected. However, we as swimmers can also make a contribution with simple rules of behaviour. Let’s take a look at them.
Eight simple hygiene rules to avoid infections, fungi and bacteria
As a fundamental principle, linked to common sense, it is recommended not to go to the pool if you have ongoing infections, if you have contracted an intestinal virus or if you are suffering from respiratory problems. Other good rules to follow are:
1. Always take a shower before entering the pool, especially washing your feet;
2. Use the same towels for the pool and wash them at 40-60 degrees;
3. Always wear a swimming cap, since hair attracts pests;
4. Protect wounds or skin infections with waterproof bandages;
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