What are the self-help methods for swimming cramps

Some friends may have experienced leg cramps while swimming. It should be noted that a considerable number of drowning deaths are caused by leg cramps while swimming. Often, some people go swimming when they are particularly tired or hungry, which can easily lead to low blood sugar in the body, and coupled with the stimulation of cold water, leg cramps may occur. So in order to prevent leg cramps, you must not go swimming under the above circumstances. In addition, you also need to master some self-rescue methods for swimming cramps.

Calf cramps are also called "gastrocnemius spasms", which mainly refer to cramps in the soles of the feet and calves. When an attack occurs, not only is the pain unbearable, but it also makes it impossible to move. If you experience calf cramps while swimming, be sure to remain calm and do not panic or choke on water, which may worsen the cramps. The correct way to do it is to take a deep breath, dive your head into the water, let your back float to the surface, grab your toes with both hands, pull them towards you, and stretch your legs hard at the same time.

If it doesn’t work the first time, try repeating it a few times and the muscles will slowly relax and return to their original state. If you try to force your way ashore, you will often end up drowning. Therefore, even if you do not get cramps while swimming, you should practice this first aid method repeatedly. If you get cramps while swimming, do not continue swimming after they have subsided, otherwise you may get cramps again and cause an accident. You should go ashore immediately, dry your body and rest, keep warm, and massage any painful areas to further relieve the pain. Swimmers can eat some meat, eggs and other foods to increase fat and protein. They should also eat some sweets to increase body calories to adapt to the stimulation of cold water during swimming and avoid cramps.

This is the introduction to the self-help methods for cramps while swimming. If you get leg cramps while swimming, don't panic or swing your body randomly. You should be clear about your relative position in the water and the shore, and try to get closer to the shore. If you get leg cramps while diving, you can stand up straight immediately and push the ground with your feet.