Swimming is a total body workout that comes with a host of health benefits for all ages. If you’re looking for a fun way to get into better shape, consider hitting the swimming pool regularly. Here are a few benefits you can enjoy from this activity.

The Advantages of Swimming

1. Provides a Workout

From freestyle to backstrokes, swimming engages the core while the shoulders, biceps, and quadriceps propel you through the water. Your heart rate will rise because the motions activate the entire body. Increased heart rate improves blood circulation and strengthens the heart muscle.

A stronger heart muscle builds endurance, which can benefit swimmers who participate in other physical activities or sports, like hiking or running. People who swim regularly last longer in other physical exercises and won’t feel as winded as quickly as people who don’t.

2. Easy on Joints

Although the body combats gravity to stand up, it doesn’t have to fight it as much in the water. Due to water’s higher density, the body’s joints and muscles take less of a strain as you experience an almost weightless effect. Swimming is an ideal activity for people with diminished or uncomfortable joint usage, like seniors and arthritis patients.

Since the water’s buoyancy makes exercising more comfortable, swimming is an ideal activity for overweight individuals who experience difficulty with weight-bearing exercises. Cardio and toning are also easier to do in a swimming pool without the pressure of gravity.

3. Offers Stress Relief

Taking a dip in the swimming pool can cool your body on a hot day and be therapeutic after tough gym workouts as the water soothes aching muscles and joints. Spending time in the water can also be social. Swim with a friend to unwind with casual company and chat between laps. Frequent positive human interaction can alleviate depression and anxiety.

If you want to enjoy these benefits, contact the team at Pool Pro in Kihei, HI. Since 1985, these licensed professionals have provided Maui homeowners with custom swimming pool design and construction. They’re dedicated to customer service, and after installation, they’ll help you maintain the water by providing you with testing supplies and new pumps or filters. View a gallery of their past projects online, or call (808) 879-3294 to schedule an appointment.