9 reasons to go to the pool
9 reasons to go to the pool, even in cold winters
Swimming is one of the few sports that is well tolerated by people of all ages and is recommended for a variety of medical conditions. If you are tired of monotonous heavy physical exertion, try swimming and its beneficial effect on the entire body.
Swimming is as natural for a person as running. We all know that being in water is beneficial for both physical and mental health. In this article, you will find an additional incentive to go to the pool.
Training of the cardiovascular system
Any sports activity is associated with physical activity, which in turn leads to muscle contraction. In this case, the vessels begin to contract more strongly and push out the blood. In this they help the heart, which without such occupations is forced to cope with this task itself.
Without additional exercise, the heart is forced to work at full capacity to ensure that even the smallest capillaries are filled with blood. In this case, the heart "wears out" faster.
It is much easier to play sports in the pool than on land. This is due to the fact that water is 800 times denser than air. Being in water, a person seems to be in weightlessness. This allows you to achieve results with less effort.
During exercise, the number of contractions of the heart muscle can reach 200, which improves oxygen saturation of each cell and normalizes the functioning of the whole body.
Therefore, swimming is recommended in the complex therapy of heart failure of 1-2 degrees, arterial hypertension and heart failure in general.
A person who does not swim has a heart rate of 60-95 times per minute, while more experienced swimmers have 40-60 beats.
2. Minimal injuries
Swimming is one of the least traumatic sports. However, sprains, inflammation of the joints and ear canals, as well as dry skin from water with chlorine can be problematic for professional swimmers. Excessive exercise with excessive loads can have a bad effect on the work of the heart.
It is advisable for amateurs engaged in recreational swimming to undergo periodic examination by an ENT doctor.
3. Swimming relieves muscle tension
Movement in water, when a person does not feel his own weight, helps to relieve muscle tension, while giving a constant load and training their endurance. It improves the flow of lymph, reduces swelling of the joints and muscles.
Swimming is also one of the most effective and painless methods for correcting posture and restoring the body after injuries with fractures.
4. Swimming strengthens the respiratory muscles
Those who swim are forced to take deep breaths and hold back their breathing. This leads to a gradual increase in the volume of the lungs. At the same time, the diaphragm is included in the work and the respiratory muscles are trained, as well as all parts of the lungs, even the lower ones, will be affected.
Thus, swimming will help you stay healthier, get sick less often and carry colds, as well as viral infections and infections that affect the respiratory system in a milder form.
5. Swimming speeds up metabolism
During swimming, increased blood circulation speeds up metabolic processes. Moreover, this process continues for several hours even after the termination of the lesson.
During swimming, calories are actively burned, which leads to a decrease in weight. The body is cleansed of toxins. However, if you want to lose weight quickly, then you need to combine swimming with an appropriate diet. Do not eat anything for two hours after swimming and limit the amount of flour, sweet, and fatty foods, and also drink as much pure, non-carbonated water as possible.
If you spend at least 30-40 minutes in the pool a day, you can achieve weight loss in a very short time. Swimming can burn the same amount of calories as mountaineering or aerobics.
6. Swimming strengthens the muscles and makes your figure beautiful
Swimming can easily help you gain a sporty, muscular figure. Swimming is useful not only because it has a positive effect on certain muscle groups, but in general develops muscles. As a person tries to stay in the water with his hands, there is a certain load on the muscles of the back, shoulders and chest. The legs are the driving force, so swimming makes them lean. Since the resistance is greater in water than in air, the muscles tense up more, and, accordingly, a beautiful figure can be obtained much faster.
7. Swimming is good for joints
Water will make your joints more flexible. But swimming works well for more than just preventing joint disease. You can also swim during exacerbations: cooling will relieve pain, and smooth movements will have a massage effect.
8. Swimming as an alternative to the gym
A pool can be a great alternative on days when you don't have the energy to work out in the gym or don't feel like running in the rain or snow. Promise yourself that you won't get tired and just swim at a comfortable pace. After 5-10 minutes of relaxing in the water, you can have the strength to complete your workout. And if not, don't berate yourself: it's better than nothing.
9. Relaxation after a hard day
The noise of the water helps to relieve stress and distract from problems. Low water temperature also has a beneficial effect on the nervous system. If after a working day you cannot relax, and at night you cannot sleep for a long time, go to the pool in the evenings. For relaxation, swim in simple styles - breaststroke or backstroke.
