Do divers ever hit their head on the platform?
Four-time gold medalist and retired diver Greg Louganis hit his head during a preliminary round at the 1988 Seoul Olympics. Louganis sustained a cut and concussion but later went on to win two gold medals.
Do divers hit the board?
More often than not, a diver will hit the board with his hands or feet; it is very rare to hit the board with your head. However, it really makes no difference where you connect with the board. Hitting it is incredibly scary and the resulting fear may prevent you from attempting the dive again.
Why do divers slap themselves with towels?
It’s a warm-up technique. You slap yourself to get the blood flowing. It’s fine. It’s part of their pre-race ritual.
Do Olympic divers get brain damage?
Results from the serial assessments indicated no detectable neuropsychological deficits among competitive divers compared to baseline testing. Skilled diving at the collegiate level appears to be a safe sport and water appears to present the perfect medium for gradual deceleration.
Why do divers go into a tub after?
Hopping into a shower, even for a few seconds, can help relieve stress on the muscles and prevent cramping and potential injury. As Slate has noted, competitors will shower in warm water and then may jump into a hot tub.
When did Greg Louganis hit the diving board?
Something went wrong. Please try again later. This 11 September 1988 photo shows US diver Greg Louganis hitting the diving board during the 1988 Olympics in Seoul. (PHOTO: AFP)
Who was the US diver at the 1988 Olympics?
This 11 September 1988 photo shows US diver Greg Louganis hitting the diving board during the 1988 Olympics in Seoul. (PHOTO: AFP) The diving competition has long been one of the highlights of the Summer Olympics.
Who was the famous diver in the 1980s?
Watching the divers fearlessly twisting and somersaulting into the pool metres below them is a visceral thrill for spectators and TV viewers alike. In the 1980s, one diver’s name stood out – Greg Louganis.