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in the swim of things There is magic in the healing effect of water. Our bodies are 60 percent water, and we developed as foetuses in a watery environment. In the water we weigh about one-tenth of our land weight. The buoyancy effect of water does not have the jarring effect land-based training has on our joints. A complete workout Swimming improves our all-round fitness. It simultaneously boosts strength, stamina, and suppleness. It has all the cardiovascular benefits of running coupled with the strength-building effects of weight training. This comes from the resistance water offers as you propel yourself forward. Swimming uses all the major muscle groups, and is a demanding aerobic exercise that helps to keep your heart and lungs healthy and your joints flexible. You can increase the intensity of physical activity by swimming faster or changing strokes. This increases the caloric output–a vital component of weight management. Working those muscles Swimming works all the major muscle groups–especially if you use a variety of strokes including the backstroke, breaststroke, and the front crawl or freestyle. Propulsion uses the abdominals, biceps and triceps, deltoids, latissimus dorsi and other muscles of the back, gluteals, hamstrings, and quadriceps. Performing these strokes results in better coordination and balance, consequently helping to reduce injuries in sports practised on land. Rehab benefits Research shows swimming is a successful method of rehabilitation for joint injuries, back and neck injuries, post surgery recovery, and amputations. Swimming is also recommended for pregnant women to improve overall strength for an easier delivery and recovery period afterwards. It also benefits asthmatics, because the humidity of the air at the water’s surface is relatively high, permitting easier breathing. WATER WORKOUTS Water Workouts are a proven way to increase your metabolism, build muscle tone and strength, improving balance, coordination and range of motion, and relieve tension all with pain-free, low impact movements. They are adaptable to personal needs, illnesses, injuries and post surgeries. You can target specific body areas to tone, or have a total cardio workout. There are no classes, you work at your own pace when it suits you. |
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