Pool School 101 - Swimming & Water Aerobics

Swimming & Water Aerobics for Fitness & Weight Loss

Swimming is an excellent activity for anyone who wishes to get fit and stay fit. Swimming is a very healthy, fun and challenging form of exercise. Regardless of ability and experience, people of all ages can swim. And because it’s a low impact aerobic exercise, it’s an ideal activity for those who are aging or can no longer bear the high impact and joint stress of running or jogging.

Combined with a healthy balanced diet, a regular swimming routine can help people lose weight as easily as other physical activities, such as running. For people who are overweight, swimming can be one of the better ways to exercise because it alleviates stress on the leg joints. Swimming has the added benefit of providing a total body cardiovascular workout unlike any other.
As with any other physical fitness activity, make sure to consult with a physician before starting a swimming routine.

 

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