Even if you’re not an avid swimmer, a quick dip in the pool is so refreshing on a hot summer day. The hitch: The chlorine used to kill bacteria, viruses and other harmful microorganisms in pool water ...

Scorching temperatures in combination with chlorine buildup and ocean water can mean that your skin is probably feeling dry and irritated. For Anita Alvarez, a two-time Olympian and artistic swimmer ...

Now the weather has cooled down, trips to the beach for a dip have well and truly been replaced with visits to my local indoor pool. While the warmer water is very welcome, its effects on my skin are ...

The population of bacteria on your skin changes when you swim in the ocean, potentially increasing your risk of infection, researchers report. They collected samples of skin bacteria from the legs of ...

Getting to the office with goggle eyes isn't the only way your morning swim session follows you to work. Itchy legs, scaly fingers, and ashy skin can also be telltale signs of a swimmer--and no amount ...

Swimming is excellent exercise, as it is both enjoyable and tones your body; however, chlorine is a toxic chemical. It is a necessary component of swimming pools due to its disinfectant qualities.

If you have psoriasis, you probably know the importance of physical activity. Regular exercise decreases the risk of many chronic conditions that are linked to the inflammatory skin condition, ...