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Reasons to encourage you to swim in summer

June 29th, 2010 |

Author: admin

It is, no doubt, the sport of summer, especially because few things are as stimulating and refreshing as a dip in fresh water, perhaps the best way to combat high temperatures. At the beach, river or swimming pool, some more some less advantage of these long days of sunshine to enjoy the water. But also you can kill two birds with one stone, and while you cool, it’s a good opportunity to put your body as the healthiest way. These are just some of the benefits:

Water counteracts the force of gravity being, therefore, a low-impact sport that involves little stress to bones and joints.
If done for at least 20 minutes straight, maintaining a constant rhythm and speed, can be an excellent aerobic exercise, which helps improve general fitness and to stimulate metabolism and burn fat.
It is easy to adapt to all levels of fitness. It does not take a great athlete for swimming if you take the minimum precautions.
Human beings are usually vertical, and swimming turn to the horizontal.
Motor coordination is worked around the body.
Improving cardiopulmonary capacity to be an aerobic workout while toning the muscles, since the water resistance requires straining.
Makes work more than two thirds of the body musculature, involving both the lower body as the upper trunk and head, forcing a balanced effort between arms and legs.
It has proved very favorable for people with asthma, as it encourages resting lung function and breathing control.
Helps to burn calories: one hour of swimming practice burn 500 calories.

Balances and normalizes blood pressure pulse. Strengthens the joints and improves posture by helping to place the column. Thus, it is highly recommended exercise for people with back problems.