Hi all,
I've been a runner for a long time, and have recently taken up swimming as a cross-trainer. I'm enjoying it more than I thought I would, but I have a couple of petty questions.
The chlorine is really rough on my skin. I'm wondering if there are any product(s) out there that anyone could recommend, or should I just go with any moisterizer?
2) I have a basic swim cap (Speedo). It said one-size-fits-all, but I have very thick hair and I have a hard time getting all of my hair up under it. It also slides up when I'm swimming. Is there another brand or style that I might have better luck with, and where would I pick one up?
Sorry if these questions seem trivial, but I don't know who else to ask.
Thanks,
Deb
Hi Deb,
Welcome to the swimming world of dry skin and damaged hair!
I recommend a high quality moisturizer. Try applying it while your skin is still a bit damp from the shower. I'm not convinced that chlorine remover products work. Maybe someone else can comment on those.
As for your hair, I recommend getting a silicone cap. These go on easier than the basic caps. I'd also recommend dusting the inside of your cap with talc powder or cornstarch. Not only will this make the cap easier to slide over your hair, it will also help the cap last longer. For long hair, try braiding it and flip the braid to the top of your head and bring down the cap over the braid. This is much easier than trying to stuff a lot of hair that is loose.
Hope this helps. Happy swimming.
-GG
Hi Deb,
Welcome to the swimming world of dry skin and damaged hair!
I recommend a high quality moisturizer. Try applying it while your skin is still a bit damp from the shower. I'm not convinced that chlorine remover products work. Maybe someone else can comment on those.
As for your hair, I recommend getting a silicone cap. These go on easier than the basic caps. I'd also recommend dusting the inside of your cap with talc powder or cornstarch. Not only will this make the cap easier to slide over your hair, it will also help the cap last longer. For long hair, try braiding it and flip the braid to the top of your head and bring down the cap over the braid. This is much easier than trying to stuff a lot of hair that is loose.
Hope this helps. Happy swimming.
-GG
