Updated Info: What’s Known About Chlorine’s Impact On Coronavirus
Let’s review the studies conducted since our original article published in March of 2020 concerning chlorine’s impact on the coroanvirus.
USOC Denies Telling Federations To Consider Not Going To Rio
“We’re taking steps to ensure that our delegation and those affiliated with Team USA are aware of the CDC’s recommendations regarding travel to Brazil,” says USOC spokesperson Patrick Sandusky.
Do Not Pee or Poop in Pools Warns Center for Disease Control
CDC report strongly recommended not to “pee or poop in the water” in order to prevent dangerous chemicals from forming when that pee or poop chemically reacts with the chlorine.
The toxic truth about pools and the air quality problems they can create – Video
All information in this video was sourced from the CDC and World Health Organization websites. The chemical byproducts listed are real, and we encourage everyone who watches this video to do the research for themselves.
Pool Indoor Air Quality: Why It Matters To Your Health And Performance (Part 3)
Peeing in the pool creates a nerve toxin cyanogen chloride, which reacts slowly with water vapor to form toxic hydrogen cyanide poison. This issue is quite serious. Serious enough that the Federal Government has been taking steps to address the issue of indoor pool air quality.
Pool Indoor Air Quality: Why It Matters to Your Health and Performance (PART 2)
Mixing air causes corrosion in higher parts of the building, including the roof. This is usually the cause of a breeze or draft on a pool deck. This effect spreads bad air all over the place, and is intensified by the use of large fans. Look for rust around your pool. If you see any on metal components in your roof, chances are, there is mixing going on.
USA Swimming Foundation Announces USA Triathlon as Make a Splash Affiliate Coalition Partner
“We are proud to partner with the USA Swimming Foundation to provide the best educational opportunities possible to our youth members,” said Rob Urbach, USA Triathlon CEO.
Pool Indoor Air Quality: Why it Matters to Your Health and Performance (Part 1)
Take a moment and ask yourself: what’s the worst air quality you’ve ever experienced at an indoor pool? Not just recently…but ever. Have you ever wondered why? Why is the air so bad in most indoor pools, and seemingly fine in others?
