Swim safely!
Swimming is great exercise, and a trip to a pool or beach is a good way to have fun with friends in summer-1-. so it's important to stay safe as you do it. Here area few things you can do to swim safely.
-2-Don't swim unless there is a life guard at work. If you're on a beach near the ocean, this is especially important. In some places fast-flowing water can move swimmers away without warning. So if a sign says "no swimming",pay attention to it.
Be careful when diving into the water headfirst._3-. In natural water, don't dive unless you know that the water is deep enough. Or you could hurt your head on the bottom, causing injury or death.
Around water, adults should watch children at all times to make sure they are safe. Those who don't know how to swim should wear life jackets. But by themselves they are not enough, so an aduit should always be present. If you have to rescue a child from drowning , a few seconds can make a big difference.
Make sure you have a friend with you whenever you swim-4-, that person can make sure you get help.
Drink a lot water. The sun's heat and the physical activity may make you sweat more than you realize.
By following these simple rules, you can make sure your swim time is safe as well as fun.-5- |