Have a great time enjoying your aquatic exercises. Unless you are allergic to chlorine, take the plunge. No one wears their daytime clothes to exercise and then doesn’t shower afterwards. Some may argue that swimming is more time consuming than other activities. If you are recovering from an injury, trying to get in better shape, or looking for the Fountain of Youth, the advantages of an aquatic routine should not be dismissed. Swimming can be calming and at the same time lower stress levels. The rhythmic breathing associated with swimming causes a meditative state that is similar to the effects of yoga. Invigorating aquatic workouts release endorphins that naturally make a person feel better. Classes are an excellent way to socialize and meet new people Exercising in a pool is a delightful diversion from a routine exercise program. When swimming solo, a person can identify their strengths and weaknesses and develop a program that meets their needs.
A person can do a solo workout or join a class. Exercise in the water is cooler and more comfortable than being on land. The pool water continuously cools the body. Water disperses heat more efficiently than air. Research indicates that regular aerobic exercise will improve the endothelium function in older adults who exercise.
As people age, these cells lose their flexibility. Regular exercise will lower cholesterol levels and also effect endothelium, a thin layer of cells that line the arteries. Exercising aerobically for 2 ½ hours or more a week has been proven to lower the risk of chronic medical issues such as diabetes and heart disease. This level of resistance prevents sudden body movements that could cause an additional injury. The water offers a 12-14% resistance factor compared to land based exercises. The buoyancy factors and the warmth of a therapeutic pool provide a great environment for an exercise program geared toward people recovering from an injury or illness. Aquatic exercises can be performed for a longer period of time since there is less stress on joints and muscles. These buoyancy factors allow a person to engage in activities that may not be possible on land. Only 10 percent of one’s weight is being used when a person is submerged to their neck. At chest height, the number is reduced to approximately 25-35 percent. In waist deep water, the body handles only 50 percent of its weight. A consistent swimming regiment helps the heart muscle to become stronger and aids in the ability to maintain an appropriate weight. Sports experts have continually shown that swimming improves flexibility, muscle tone, muscular balance, endurance, and the body’s circulation. Results from “Swimming and All-Cause Risk compared with Running, Walking, and Sedentary Habits in Men” showed that swimmers were approximately 50% less likely to die than walkers, runners and their sedentary peers. Researchers at the Cooper Clinic in Dallas and the University of South Carolina were part of the Aerobics Center Longitudinal Study that followed over 40,000 adults for more than 3 decades (1970-2003). Here are 8 reasons why you should add aquatic exercise to your weekly schedule: While few will reach the peak performance of these Olympian athletes, the overall benefits of swimming cannot be dismissed. Can you remember the last time you jumped into a swimming pool? For many, swimming is mainly a bystander sport that is inspired by media favorites such as Michael Phelps, Mark Spitz, Jenny Thompson, Dara Torres and, most recently, Missy Franklin.
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