Swimming is fun. As well as being fun, swimming is a great way to keep fit and make new friends. Getting started in swimming is easy and it is a sport for all age groups, skill and fitness levels.
Swimming is a low-impact activity that has many physical and mental health benefits and is a healthy activity that you can continue for a lifetime. First, make sure you know how to swim and do so in a safe environment where there are individuals trained to watch you while you swim.
Here are the benefits of swimming on your health. So grab your goggles and enjoy a fun fitness program at your pool.
Health benefits of swimming
Swimming is a great workout because you need to move your whole body against the resistance of the water. It is a good all-round activity because it:
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keeps your heart rate up but takes some of the impact stress off your body
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builds endurance, muscle strength and cardiovascular fitness
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helps maintain a healthy weight, healthy heart and lungs
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tones muscles and builds strength
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works out nearly all of your muscles.
Swimming has many other benefits including:
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being a relaxing and peaceful form of exercise
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alleviating stress
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improving coordination, balance and posture
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improving flexibility
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providing good low-impact therapy for some injuries and conditions
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providing a pleasant way to cool down on a hot day
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being available in many places – you can swim in swimming pools, beaches, lakes, dams and rivers.
REMEMBER: Make sure that the environment you choose to swim in is safe.
Source: betterhealth.gov
