Wideman Pools, LLC
2567 Hwy 67
Festus, MO 63028
Widemanpools.com
636-931-7665
Swimming Has Many more
Advantages than A Recreational Activity
Swimming
is a great way to kill time on a hot day and there are so man games, activities
and pass-times that swimming is essential for. Whether you are attending a pool
party, spending a week on a cruise or boating at your cottage, being able to
swim means that you can do more and enjoy it further.
But,
swimming isn’t just a fun pass-time, it is a great way to stay healthy!
It Increases Flexibility
Swimming
will by no means make you a contortionist, but it will help you stay flexible.
When you swim, you are stretching and twisting various muscles which helps them
remain limber.
It’s a Great Work Out
Swimming
provides you with a full body workout that strengthens everything from your
core to your arms and legs. This is because you are constantly moving and are
using almost every muscle – your legs are kicking, your arms paddling your back
is twisting with each stroke and your core is tightening, to keep you afloat
and move more effectively.
Best
of all, it is more comfortable than working out on land because you are less
likely to overheat and there is no sweat involved.
It Improves Your Heart and Lungs
The
Technical Reason - Like any aerobic exercise, when you swim, your muscles need
more energy. A key component in generating that energy is oxygen, which is
delivered through your bloodstream. As a result, when you use your muscles more
vigorously, your lungs work harder to increase your oxygen intake and your
heart rate increases so that your heart can deliver the right amount of
oxygenated blood. When this happens, you are strengthening your heart and lungs
as well as improving your circulation.
The
Simplified Reason – Aerobic exercises, like swimming, make your heart and lungs
work harder which strengthens them and makes them more efficient.
It Relieves Stress
Exercise,
in general, is good for your mental well-being as it releases endorphins which
are a feel-good chemical your brain produces. On top of this, swimming has
meditative qualities - the rhythm of your strokes and breathing along with the
sound of water, can further add to a feeling of peace and relaxation.
No
wonder people love swimming!
Nothing
beats jumping into a pool that is the perfect temperature, for a relaxing and
healthy swim!
Thanks,
The
Wideman Pool Team
