Bathing in the ice hole on Epiphany (part 4)

• After bathing is over, go to a warm room or a heated car. It is better to avoid long hikes in the cold, traveling in poorly heated vehicles.

• Be sure to drink something hot, for example, tea with lemon from a thermos, or a pre-prepared berry juice. Alcoholic beverages should be avoided, they will be extremely harmful.



And what is forbidden to do?

So, if you are a lucky person who is not prevented from diving into the icy water this year, we suggest that you refresh your memory a little by reminding what is forbidden to do.

• Do not swim in places where there are no representatives of medical services. We recommend choosing crowded places where ambulances are on duty. If there are any health problems during the bathing process, there will be someone to help quickly and professionally.

• Children should not bathe without adult supervision.

• You can not dive into the water from the ice, headfirst. This will help to avoid injury and shock. We remind you that sudden immersion with your head can lead to fainting, to a sharp narrowing of blood vessels in the brain, to a stroke.

• Under no circumstances should alcoholic beverages be consumed either before or after immersion in ice water. We remind you that alcohol, contrary to popular belief, does not warm the body, but, on the contrary, cools it. If you use it before bathing, the vessels will be heavily loaded. This will negatively affect the state of the entire cardiovascular system and may lead to disruption of its functioning.

• Also, you should not swim with a group consisting of more than three people. For many reasons. For example, this way people won't interfere with each other. And if something happens, they can help everyone quickly.



What should I take with me?

Now let's pay attention to what is recommended to take with you to the ice hole. Don't forget your swimsuit or swim trunks. It is better to keep the bathing suits as closed as possible. After all, bathing of believers is coming, not a parade of revealing outfits. Don't forget to grab a large terry towel that absorbs moisture well, as well as a terry dressing gown.

Keep in mind that you will have to move around undressed. Therefore, bring some shoes (but not rubber sneakers, they slip on the ice). Some recommend using thick wool socks for these purposes. Walking barefoot on snow and ice is also not the most pleasant activity for a long period of time.

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