It always seemed ironic to me that the day for showing gratitude is the day before Black Friday where you buy anything your heart desires because you can, and because it's on sale. Thanksgiving is great because it causes us to take control of our lives and appreciate all that we have. My family has this tradition where we sit at the table before the meal and pass around a dish with candy corn in it. Each person takes a turn grabbing a piece of candy corn and saying what they are most thankful for that year. It is a good way to be able to think of all we have and be grateful for it. I am so thankful for all that I have and often wonder what I did to deserve it. Each person and opportunity in my life is such a blessing! I have to remind myself to be thankful for these things not just on Thanksgiving. We are so lucky to live in America; the land of opportunity. We sometimes think we have it rough, but even on our worst days we still have it so much better than others. We need to remember to be grateful for what we have for the other 364 days of the year. We should start off each day thankful that we woke up and have another chance to do better, be better and make the world better. We take little things for granted that we should show more appreciation for - our houses, cars, full stomachs, clothes of all kinds... you get the point. There is a large part of the world that lives on less than $1 a day, and here we are complaining about paying $5 for a cup of coffee. There are people around who would give anything to spend one more day with a lost loved one/deceased parent. I'm not trying to make you feel like horrible person or guilt trip you here - that's not my intent. My intent is to remind you of all that you have so you can take an extra second to be thankful for what you have. So for this holiday season, whether you spend it alone or with your family that drives you absolutely nuts, be grateful for all you have and remind those around you that Thanksgiving is not just one day.
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1. It's just the basics.
I think we all know this but just to remind everyone, deodorant goes such a long way! If you are an athlete who does not like the white residue some deodorants leave then try using a spray deodorant. Either way do not walk into any type of practice, game, whatever without putting on deodorant.
2. Just an easy tip.
Assorted tea bags arranged on a white surface.
Photo by K8 on UnsplashHere's an easy tip for stinky shoes. Try putting tea bags into your shoes to keep them smelling fresh and to remove odors. This also works with putting tea bags into your gym bags to keep bad smells away.
3. As a college student, I get it.
I get it, we are in college, some are away from home, not a lot of responsibility. One thing that should ALWAYS be a responsibility is clean clothes. If you know you are all out of practice clothes, your practice jersey smells terrible, etc.. GO WASH IT!
Nobody wants to work with someone who smells musty and nasty the whole time. And you definitely don't want to be the person is who looked at as the nasty one on the team. It's simple, just plan ahead and wash your clothes.
4. Time to be real.
man running in forestPhoto by Shashank Shekhar on UnsplashTime to be real, we all sweat. Some sweat more than others. We all sweat by our private areas, the only thing I can say that can help eliminate odors in private areas when sweating is grooming. So if you have lots of hair around your private hair more then likely odors will be present.
All I can say is try to stay clean down there if you sweat a lot by your private area take extra measures like soaking in apple cider vinegar with lukewarm water.
5. Shower right after.
Empty shower stalls in a tiled bathroom.
Photo by - Kenny on UnsplashTry to shower right after a practice or a game if you can. This helps get rid of smells fast. Even if you are playing an away game, if somehow you are able to at least wash up your main areas before getting on a bus ride, you are helping the problem.
6. Another get real moment.
Ladies, sometimes playing sports and being on your period can be hard. Try to stay fresh and clean down there. If you aren't a tampon person, make sure that you always have extra pads with you. After practices or games wash extra good in those areas just to ensure any bad odors are gone.
7. Take home your clothes.
If you have lockers, make sure that you are taking home your practice clothes with you. If you don't smells will soon start to build up. If you have to keep your clothes in your locker try to add a small air freshener
8. Be nice!
"Kindness Matters" on a pink board with a tiled backdrop.
Photo by Copper and Wild on UnsplashIf you notice that someone on your team may need a reminder when it comes to hygiene, simply talk to them in private, You don't have to be mean about it. Offer them advice when it comes to hygiene and how to take care of themselves.
9. Disinfect!
if you play a sport that requires lots of contact with other people or objects try to disinfect have much as you can. it is better to disinfect. With everyone sweating, bacteria can start to build up.
Also, in all honesty, you never know what someone may have(a skin infection, a cut, etc..), so better to be safe than sorry when it comes to disinfecting equipment.
10. Just keep up with yourself.
I always say, just keep up with yourself. I understand you may be very busy but your hygiene is so important, taking care of yourself is important! Stay clean, create your own hygiene routine, and you'll be ok.
There it is! Hygiene is something we can all agree on is important. So keep up it, care about your hygiene!
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