Improve your health!

Swimming is ideal for the elderly, mainly because it has a low risk of injury and has a low impact on bones. Water exercises train all the muscle groups in the body providing a complete workout for the elderly. Here are just a few of the health benefits of swimming for older adults:

 1) Improves heart function

Swimming makes your heart stronger and improves your cardiovascular health and endurance. It also lowers blood pressure, improves circulation and helps reduce the risk of heart and lung disease.

2) It does not burden the joints

Swimming does not strain the joints, like other exercises that can involve weights and cause injuries. Therefore, for those who suffer from joint pain, swimming is ideal! Hips, knees and spine are not strained allowing you to exercise smoothly without pain.

3) Reduces the risk of osteoporosis

Swimming can improve bone density, which helps fight osteoporosis. This is especially important for women. One-third of women over the age of 50 and one-fifth of men develop a bone fracture due to osteoporosis.

4) Increases flexibility

It’s a surefire way to regain flexibility. Swimming can also help strengthen parts of the body such as the legs, hips and arms. It can also help improve posture and relieve back pain.

5) Improves muscle strength by providing a healthy body

Every muscle group is awake with every movement in the water. Water resistance helps to improve muscle strength. A healthy body comes to fight fat and diseases that may have plagued you for years!

6) Enhances mental health

Swimming reduces stress levels, boosts mood and increases brain function. In addition, as swimming can be a social activity it prevents feelings of social isolation and mental illness, such as loneliness and depression. Water rests the soul ensuring a quality daily life.