Top Tips for Warming up Safely after Cold Water Swimming

Join Jay from The Wild Swim Store as he shares essential cold water swimming safety tips to help you stay warm, safe, and comfortable after your wild swim. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned wild swimmer, understanding the afterdrop—when your body temperature continues to fall after exiting cold water—is key to staying safe.

🌊 Did you know your body temperature can continue to drop for up to 30 minutes after swimming?

Learn how to prevent the afterdrop and recover safely with our step-by-step guide.

🧤 Top Tips for Cold Water Swimmers:

✅ Prepare your clothes before getting in the water - put them in order
✅ Use a changing mat to keep your feet warm and dry
✅ Layer up after your swim—check out our Snug Bug wearable hot water bottle
✅ Warm up gradually - avoid jumping into hot showers or blasting the car heater
✅ Wear warm layers, a hat, sip on a hot drink & have something to eat
✅ Stay active after your swim—light exercise like snakeboarding can help!

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https://thewildswimstore.com

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