Get out of the water with the accelerated pulsations and start running while trying to get out of the neoprene is not the most ideal situation, so we recommend some basic guidelines and tricks to remove your neoprene when leaving the water.
First we have to automate a sequence of movements to remove it. Practice it as many times as necessary until it comes out without having to think about the next step:
Some tips that will help you get rid of neoprene faster are the following:
Use body oil or moisturizer in arms and legs. You will see how well the neoprene slips when you go to take it off, but be careful because without sunscreen you run more risk of burning with the sun.
Also used vaseline for neck, armpits, ankles and wrists. In addition to helping you get out faster, you will avoid chafing in the neck and armpits. At the time of smear it uses Roll-on formats or a plastic glove, so that your hands are not stained to touch the garment or even your glasses.
To avoid burning yourself, the trick of the soapy water Put a gel or liquid dishwasher in a bottle of water and mix it well. After giving you sunscreen and before putting on your neoprene, wet your legs and arms with the mixture
Other practices that are usually seen are the neoprene cuts. It is more risky because you can damage the material, but what many triathletes usually do is cut the part of the legs until it is just below the neoprene, so that removing the legs will be less cumbersome.
We hope that with the practice of the 5 simple steps to remove the neoprene and the small tricks so that it slides better do not pass more situations of overwhelmed trapped in your neoprene.
Laura García Cervantes
Dra. Science of Physical Activity and Sport
Technical Director Club Trikatlón Tres Cantos
Triathlon and Swimming Senior Trainer
Paratriathlon Specialist Trainer