How to Pack for the Pool
Consider how long you will be at the pool., Acquire a bag big enough to hold everything you'll need., Pack 2 towels., Bring sunscreen!, If you need them, bring goggles., Bring healthy snacks., Bring a cover-up, if necessary. , Pack a book., Bring...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Consider how long you will be at the pool.
If you are only going for an hour or two, you probably don't need to bring much.
If you are going for over 2 hours, you may want to bring all of these suggested items. -
Step 2: Acquire a bag big enough to hold everything you'll need.
You might want to think about a waterproof bag. , One may fall in the pool or get dirty, and you don't want to rub dirt all over yourself.
Even if nothing like that happens, it never hurts to have a spare.
A friend may have forgotten to bring one, and you could loan them yours. , You don't want to go to the pool all day and end up bright red the next day.
If you want to tan, try bringing a lower SPF, like
15.
If you burn easily, you may want to get a higher SPF, such as
50.
If you need it, they do make SPF
100. , Again, if you have two pairs, bring both.
If a pair snaps or one falls to the bottom of the pool, you could use the other pair. , Bring a cooler with water, nuts, fruits, vegetables, and other healthy snacks.
Unhealthy snacks may taste good, but they won't fuel your body as long or fill your stomach enough.
It also may be a good idea to bring Gatorade or "Powerade"
as these energize you and replace your electrolytes. ,, If you are a child, it will give you something to do during adult swim.
Also, you could read on a bench and tan while you read. , You don't want to have your eyes be damaged by the sunlight, and the hat protects your face more. -
Step 3: Pack 2 towels.
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Step 4: Bring sunscreen!
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Step 5: If you need them
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Step 6: bring goggles.
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Step 7: Bring healthy snacks.
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Step 8: Bring a cover-up
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Step 9: if necessary.
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Step 10: Pack a book.
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Step 11: Bring sunglasses and a hat with a brim.
Detailed Guide
If you are only going for an hour or two, you probably don't need to bring much.
If you are going for over 2 hours, you may want to bring all of these suggested items.
You might want to think about a waterproof bag. , One may fall in the pool or get dirty, and you don't want to rub dirt all over yourself.
Even if nothing like that happens, it never hurts to have a spare.
A friend may have forgotten to bring one, and you could loan them yours. , You don't want to go to the pool all day and end up bright red the next day.
If you want to tan, try bringing a lower SPF, like
15.
If you burn easily, you may want to get a higher SPF, such as
50.
If you need it, they do make SPF
100. , Again, if you have two pairs, bring both.
If a pair snaps or one falls to the bottom of the pool, you could use the other pair. , Bring a cooler with water, nuts, fruits, vegetables, and other healthy snacks.
Unhealthy snacks may taste good, but they won't fuel your body as long or fill your stomach enough.
It also may be a good idea to bring Gatorade or "Powerade"
as these energize you and replace your electrolytes. ,, If you are a child, it will give you something to do during adult swim.
Also, you could read on a bench and tan while you read. , You don't want to have your eyes be damaged by the sunlight, and the hat protects your face more.
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