Only the most daring dare to swim in the ice-hole on Epiphany, because on January 19 the weather is not at all suitable for swimming. It is believed that on this day the water becomes healing and, by diving into the ice hole, you can heal from many ailments. However, in order not to harm your body, you need to plunge into the hole correctly.
It is necessary
- - warm clothes and shoes;
- - hot tea;
- - towel.
Instructions
Step 1
Find out if you have any contraindications for swimming in the ice hole. Plunging into ice water is categorically contraindicated for people with chronic kidney disease, diabetes mellitus, hypertensive patients, women with gynecological inflammation, as well as pregnant women. If you decide to go for a dip in the hole, visit your doctor to make sure that this procedure will not harm you.
Step 2
Eat two hours before swimming. During this time, the body will have time to process food into energy, and you will not be so cold in ice water. Do not eat before diving. Also eliminate alcohol completely on this day. Drinking alcohol will make you feel cold after leaving the hot tub.
Step 3
Prepare the right clothes. If you are not a professional walrus, then after getting out of the icy water you need to dress quickly so as not to get hypothermia. Come out to the ice hole in warm clothes. It is better if it is without buttons and locks, since it will be difficult to fasten them with frozen hands. A headgear is also required, which should be worn immediately after bathing.
Step 4
Go into the hole at a medium pace. Do not stop, otherwise you will freeze. Don't stay in the hole for too long. For beginners, the maximum time spent in ice water is no more than 10 seconds. During this time, you just have time to plunge headlong three times. After bathing, pat dry with a towel and quickly put on the prepared clothes. Drink a hot cup of tea to keep warm.
Step 5
You should not plunge into the hole to prove to everyone around that you are brave and brave. On this holiday, you need to enter the water with bright thoughts and with the belief that the water will really heal you from physical and mental ailments. Do not forget that this is a religious holiday, and you need to come to the bathing place with the appropriate mood and behavior.
