{"id":3349,"date":"2016-06-14T09:19:55","date_gmt":"2016-06-14T13:19:55","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/thevillagesattworivers.com\/?p=3349"},"modified":"2016-06-14T09:19:55","modified_gmt":"2016-06-14T13:19:55","slug":"the-benefits-of-swimming","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.livetworivers.com\/the-benefits-of-swimming\/","title":{"rendered":"The Benefits of Swimming"},"content":{"rendered":"

When you think of exercise, what activities come to mind? Jogging and running, probably. Maybe cycling, yoga, or weight lifting? But what about swimming? If you don\u2019t currently associate swimming with exercise, there\u2019s good reason to start! Read on to learn more about the benefits of swimming.<\/span><\/p>\n

Low impact:<\/strong> Swimming is a great exercise option for 55+ adults in particular, because it\u2019s low-impact. That means your joints and body isn\u2019t as stressed as it\u00a0could be\u00a0in high-impact activities, like running. The low-impact nature of swimming is due to the buoyancy of water, which allows swimmers to more easily move than they would on land.<\/span><\/p>\n

Builds muscle:<\/strong> Swimming is a great way to tone your muscles and build muscle strength. This includes your heart muscles, too!<\/span><\/p>\n

Cardio for healthy lungs:<\/strong> Your heart rate stays fairly high during swimming, depending on your intensity, so it\u2019s a great cardio workout. The cardio workout you get during swimming helps you maintain healthy heart and lungs. <\/span><\/p>\n

All-over workout:<\/strong> Because almost all of your muscles are used during swimming, it\u2019s a great option if you want an all-over workout. <\/span><\/p>\n

Improved coordination and posture:<\/strong>\u00a0Swimming can help improve coordination and posture, both of which are very important to maintain as we age.<\/span><\/p>\n

Good for the mind:<\/strong>\u00a0Not all of the benefits of swimming are related to your physical health! Many swimmers find it to be relaxing, stress reducing and peaceful. <\/span>
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\n<\/span>Even if you\u2019ve never swam for exercise before, it\u2019s never too late to get started! Be sure to check with your doctor before starting any new exercise regime, and stretch your muscles out before getting started. <\/span>
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\n<\/span>For the residents at The Villages at Two Rivers, our indoor and outdoor pools offer an excellent opportunity to learn how to swim for exercise! Grab your goggles, gather the neighbors and head to one of our pools and before you know it, swimming will be your favorite form of exercise \u00a0\u2013 and you\u2019ll be reaping the benefits!<\/span><\/p>\n

SOURCE: betterhealth.vic.gov, Bucknell University<\/span>
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When you think of exercise, what activities come to mind? Jogging and running, probably. Maybe cycling, yoga, or weight lifting? But what about swimming? If you don\u2019t currently associate swimming with exercise, there\u2019s good reason to start! Read on to learn more about the benefits of swimming. Low impact: Swimming is a great exercise option […]<\/p>\n

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