Swimming is, in other words, swimming in ice-cold water. If you are wondering about the effects of sea water on your he alth or joints, you don't have to worry about any complications. On the contrary, sea water only benefits your body if you do not suffer from cardiovascular disease. Check how to get started, get to know the advice for the first time and find out what are the contraindications for sea.

Morsowanieis an increasingly popular sport, although some perceive it as controversial. "Walrus" is a colloquial term for a person who bathes in cold water, usually during the fall / winter period.First time swimmingmay prove difficult, but with each successive entry into the water, the body becomes more and more accustomed to the cold.

Probably seeing a group of people almost naked, entering an icy lake or sea, have you wondered what it is about sea, that there are more "walruses" every season? It turns out that cold water baths not only harden the body, but also have a healing effect.

Find out about sea and get to know this extreme sport.

Swimming - he alth benefits

Swimming has many pro-he alth advantages and gives very positive sports effects. Contemporary doctors compare marine treatment to cryotherapy used, for example, in multiple sclerosis. When immersed in icy water, the surface blood vessels contract. The blood goes deeper and improves circulation to the internal organs and tissues found in our body. This results in a number of invaluable he alth benefits:

  1. Increasing the body's immunity.
  2. To harden the body.
  3. Improving the efficiency of the cardiovascular system.
  4. Improved blood circulation, better blood supply to the skin.
  5. Faster regeneration and nourishment of the body.
  6. Help with dermatological and allergic diseases.

Cold water bath has other benefits as well.Eliminates cellulite and reduces accumulated adipose tissue . Exercising immediately speeds up the heart, which results in better blood supply to organs and tissues. Thanks to this, the body removes toxins faster and gets rid of excess body fat. In addition,sea treatment improves the quality of the skin- it smoothes and smoothes itfirms.

A frequently discussed issue isthe effect of sea swimming on joints . It turns out that people suffering from rheumatism, suffering from joint pain and related diseases, can and even should sea! Icy baths help to get rid of pain, increase the range of motion and have a he alth-promoting effect on joints and bones, regenerating and nourishing them. So even an elderly person struggling with joint pain can struggle.

How to become a Walrus? Does it help he alth? How to start?You will find answers to these questions in the book "Morsowanie" by Ewa Zwierzchowska.We encourage you to read it!

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Walkthrough - how many calories does it burn?

During sea water, the blood vessels in our body are narrowed, which activates defensive processes and speeds up the metabolism. After leaving the ice-cold water, the vessels expand again, and the body must start heating processes to prevent cooling down. It all causes an increased metabolism and a faster burning of calories. During the sea season, you can lose up to 5 kilos!

Morsowanie - how to start?

In order to start sea-going, you should first see a doctor to rule out any cardiological problems. If it turns out that we are he althy, we should join a group of experienced walruses, as it is never recommended to sea alone. Walrus clubs are set up in every place where cold water baths are organized. You can look for such associations not only on the Polish B altic Sea, but also in places with lakes or lagoons.

The bath should last from 3 to 5 minutes , but when we start sea-bathing for the first time, even one immersion in the water is enough. Of course, it should be done gradually and slowly, but firmly - so as not to spend too much time in the water. If you enter cold water quickly, you may experience hypothermia (hypothermia) or risk of frostbite. The most pleasant temperature for bathing is below -8 degrees Celsius. If the weather is sunny and windless during sea sailing, you can even get the impression that the water is warm.

Before the bath, just like before each workout, you should be rested, nourished and hydrated and you must not use any stimulants such as cigarettes or alcohol. A drink with percentages additionally cools the body, lowers blood pressure and can cause contractions that prevent movement in the water.

Morsowanie - marine suit

Another important point is thesea wear . When entering the water, you should wear:

  1. A hat and gloves as you don't need to immerse your hands and head in water and a lot of heat escapes through these body parts.
  2. Swimwear - they can be swimming trunks, a one-piece swimsuit or a bikini, it is important that you feel at ease and comfortable in it.
  3. Shoes (preferably neoprene), thanks to them you will avoid slipping on the ice.

After leaving the water, you need to have a warm outfit ready and preferably a thermos with hot tea. The easiest way to catch a cold is just after sea ingestion, especially for the first time, when the body is not yet hardened. Then you need to put on warm clothes as soon as possible and avoid contact with the wind.

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Warming up before sea

Exercising requires a good warm-up before entering the icy water. It should be based on aerobic exercise as it stimulates blood circulation and prepares our body to face the cold. The best warm-up before swimming is with short jogs, rompers, or some other form of aerobic exercise. However, you should remember to exercise until you feel hot and avoid overheating, i.e. sweating - especially when we are swimming for the first time and our body is not yet sufficiently toughened up.

Morsowanie - contraindications

Contraindications to sea water usually concern cardiological problems, but every person who starts their adventure with sea water should see a doctor first.

The most common contraindications for sea water are: advanced arterial hypertension, heart disease, peripheral vascular diseases, varicose veins. There are no other he alth contraindications for the use of ice-cold baths.

Can children sea?

Navigating is an activity that is safe for he alth, so even children can sea. Experts' opinions on the age at which a child should be to start their adventure with sea sailing for the first time are divided. One thing is for sure:the child must be under 3 years old . Children perceive temperature completely differently, so they can easily overexpose a bath in cold water by staying in it for too long. Moreover, they have much weaker immunity, so it is much easier for them to catch a cold after getting out of the water. Sometimes it is enough to even take a little nap or step into the icy water with sweaty water to end the sea sickness.

If we are taking children with us, we should pay special attention to them - take care of a warm outfit and appropriate warming up of the child, and under no circumstances leave them alone. Especially when we sea in an ice hole or in the sea.

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