For Models
How do I stay warm between takes during an underwater shoot?
Maintaining warmth between dives directly affects how relaxed and expressive you can be on camera, so building a thermal routine is essential. Step out of the pool between takes and immediately wrap yourself in a thick, pre-warmed robe or hooded poncho-style towel.
Sip warm herbal tea or warm water with lemon to gently raise your core temperature from the inside. Keep a thermal hat or beanie nearby, because a surprising amount of body heat is lost through a wet head. For longer or cooler natural-spring shoots, a 2 to 3 millimeter neoprene shorty wetsuit underneath flowing wardrobe can quietly preserve your core temperature without showing on camera.
Gentle movement on dry land between takes — light stretching, slow walking, or shoulder rolls — helps maintain circulation without inducing sweat. Pack hand warmers in your robe pockets for genuinely cold shooting days, especially in spring water during winter months. If you ever notice persistent shivering, slurred speech, or genuine numbness, communicate immediately and exit the water; chasing one more frame is never worth the risk of mild hypothermia.