If you have senior family members, encourage them to spend more time in a swimming pool. Swimming is an easy physical activity for elderly individuals that comes with many health benefits. 

Why Seniors Should Go Swimming

1. Support the Heart

Going for a swim at least three times a week for half an hour or more can significantly lower blood pressure levels. The physical activity is also similar to running when it comes to keeping cholesterol levels low and improving how oxygen travels through the body. All of these benefits add up to a lower risk for heart disease and stroke.

2. Take the Pressure Off

For many seniors, joint and arthritis issues can make working out hard to do. However, regular exercise is needed to reduce the risk of falls and improve overall well-being. Swimming and water aerobics help improve flexibility and strengthen the body without putting pressure on it. Maintaining a regular routine could help reduce the pain and stiffness felt outside of a swimming pool. 

3. Improve Mental Well-Being

Staying active is just as important for mental well-being as it is for the physical self. Getting older can present unique stressors to mental health, including illness, less socializing, and reduced movement capabilities. Engaging in low-impact swimming pool activity multiple times a week and interacting with family and friends while doing so will improve a senior’s mood and lower anxiety and depression levels. 

Ensure your swimming pool is ready for use by senior family members any time of the year with help from the professionals at Aquatech Pool and Spa. They have served Waialua, HI, and the entire North Shore of Oahu for over ten years, providing spa and pool maintenance, cleaning, and installation. Call them today at (808) 271-8272 to request a quote, or visit their website to learn more about their services.