Skin infections like athlete’s foot, herpes, other fungal infection are very common among sports persons. Only the prevention is the best way to keep these skin troubles at the bay. Following are few prevention tricks that might help our athlete men and women to stay away from problems that might ruin their career:
Use an anti-fungal, anti bacterial soap or shower gel. Remember do not share your bath products.
Maintain proper hygiene and clean practice areas.
Clean mats and equipments daily.
Try to avoid contact with those who have an infection.
Keep the surrounding dry and clean.
Keep your water bottle to yourself; do not share
Avoid cosmetic shaving of the chest, legs or genital areas
Avoid wearing sweaty workout cloths.
Properly cover your injured body parts.