{"id":16167,"date":"2025-07-23T08:00:11","date_gmt":"2025-07-23T12:00:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/okdiario.com\/metabolic\/en\/?p=16167"},"modified":"2025-07-23T08:00:11","modified_gmt":"2025-07-23T12:00:11","slug":"the-simple-tip-experts-recommend-to-help-adults-over-60-lower-their-risk-of-drowning-this-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/okdiario.com\/metabolic\/en\/health\/the-simple-tip-experts-recommend-to-help-adults-over-60-lower-their-risk-of-drowning-this-summer-16167\/","title":{"rendered":"The simple tip experts recommend to help adults over 60 lower their risk of drowning this summer"},"content":{"rendered":"

Swimming<\/strong><\/a> is one of the best ways to stay active and cool during the summer for older adults. But when you’re over 60, even a simple swim at the beach or pool can carry hidden risks if you’re not careful. There’s one tip experts<\/strong><\/a> recommend that is easy to remember and can help prevent a serious situation.<\/p>\n

Here, we’ll explain how floating on your back and kicking gently with your legs<\/strong>\u2014rather than pushing yourself when tired\u2014can reduce the risk of drowning at the beach. We’ll also show how to apply a similar approach in the pool, and cover other practical water safety habits for older adults who want to enjoy the summer with more peace of mind.<\/p>\n

Don’t push yourself, float your way back<\/h2>\n

The most effective thing you can do if you get tired in the sea isn’t to power through or try to swim<\/strong>. Experts warn against overestimating your physical condition or swimming ability. What works for you in a pool doesn’t always translate to the ocean, especially if there’s current or wind.<\/p>\n

If you’re swimming in the sea and find yourself getting tired or struggling to return to shore, flip onto your back<\/strong>. Let your body float, and use your legs to gently kick and steer yourself in the right direction<\/strong>. This back-floating technique gives your arms a break and helps you breathe more easily. It buys time, reduces panic, and keeps you moving toward safety.<\/p>\n

In pools, the risk is different but still real if you’re swimming alone. You may not need the back-float to get to safety, but the lesson still applies: know your limits<\/strong>. If you feel winded or cold, get out. If you’re swimming laps, pace yourself. Staying aware of your body is just as important as knowing the depth of the water.<\/p>\n

Other tips for older adults to prevent drowning<\/h2>\n

Along with knowing how to respond when you’re tired, there are other habits that can lower your risk in and around the water.<\/p>\n