Why do divers go to a small pool after diving?
In this case, it’s all about protecting their muscles. Coming out of the pool after a dive and onto the air-conditioned pool deck can be chilly and cause their muscles to tense up, so divers will typically rinse off with warmer water than they dove into, sometimes taking a dip into a hot tub as well. In this case, it’s all about protecting their muscles. Coming out of the pool after a dive and onto the air-conditioned pool deck can be chilly and cause their muscles to tense up, so divers will typically rinse off with warmer water than they dove into, sometimes taking a dip into a hot tub as well.Experts have said that the dive into the pool, and then getting out into the cold arena does not aid the muscles, and the hot shower is taken to keep muscles loose and reduce the chance of strains. Between each dive, those in the competition are often seen in a jacuzzi as they await their next one.The hazards associated with diving are death, paraplegia, tetraplegia and concussion so the outcomes of a poorly managed diving protocol in a swimming pool is severe.In this case, it’s all about protecting their muscles. Coming out of the pool after a dive and onto the air-conditioned pool deck can be chilly and cause their muscles to tense up, so divers will typically rinse off with warmer water than they dove into, sometimes taking a dip into a hot tub as well.Diving often involves tucks and pikes, where the diver grips their legs. Wet hands and legs can be slippery, so towelling off before a dive is important. Since Olympic divers sit in a hot tub to keep warm between dives, they’ll towel off and get wet again several times during a competition.