Swimmers of all ages can enjoy the fun and recreation provided by a dip in the pool. But senior citizens especially benefit from this low-impact form of aerobic exercise. Below, the home health care professionals at Lifetime Care in Rochester, NY, share three reasons why seniors should make swimming a part of their regular routine.

3 Reasons Swimming Is Perfect for Seniors

1. Exercise With Built-In Support

Exercising out of the water could lead to falls and injuries. In a swimming pool, however, an elderly individual will have the support of the water holding them up. This provides greater stability and improved range of motion, allowing them to move their body without the aches and pains they might otherwise experience on dry land.

2.  Improve Cardiovascular Health

Swimming is an excellent form of cardio. It increases the heart rate and fires up more muscle groups than other forms of exercise. Swimming has also been shown to lower blood pressure, so seniors with hypertension may bring their blood pressure levels back down. 

3. Feel Better

With increased blood flow comes more oxygenation to the brain, and with more oxygenation comes enhanced mood. Both brain function and cognition are also positively impacted by regular swimming. Your loved one will feel better because their brain will work better, and they’ll likely experience the positive effects in all areas of their life.

Swimming can give a much-needed boost to a senior's physical and mental health. If someone you love is a senior-age individual who requires a little extra help meeting the demands of daily life, trust the home health care professionals at Lifetime Care for the support and guidance they need. For more than 60 years, they've provided residents in western New York with home health, hospice, bereavement, and acute rehabilitation services. Give them a call today at (585) 214-1000 to schedule an appointment, and visit them online to learn more about their home health care services.