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The Health Benefits of Swimming for Seniors

Senior water Aerobics in swimming pool
 

As you age, some types of physical activity can become more difficult may be too hard on your body. The good news is that swimming, an activity that many seniors find easy, has many health benefits. It’s an excellent way to stay fit, active and engaged. Need convincing? Here are just a few of the health benefits of swimming for seniors you should take advantage of.

 

Swimming is good for the bones

If, like many seniors, you’ve developed joint pain and lower bone mineral density, swimming may be for you. Unlike many exercises, swimming is gentle on your joints while also improving your bone health. When you participate in aquatic activities—whether it be free swim sessions at the local rec centre or signing up for an aqua aerobics class—you’ll be giving your joints a break while also lowering your risk of osteoporosis. You may even find you have less pain as a result.

 

Improve your heart health in the pool

When it comes to heart health, few activities are as good for you as swimming is. It helps lower blood pressure, reduce the risk of heart disease and improve overall cardiovascular health. The reason swimming is a great exercise for seniors is that it tends to be more vigorous than walking while being easier on the joints and muscles than running. It offers good, low-impact cardio.

 

Swimming helps you stay happy

Swimming is about more than just improving your physical wellbeing. It also improves your mental health. Indeed, swimming can boost cognitive function, reduce stress and even help combat depression. When your mental health is good, you’ll be able to lead a more independent and fulfilling life.

Visiting the local pool can also be a great way to meet new people and build new friendships. By developing these social connections, you’ll be improving your mental health.

 

Stay Strong with Aquatic Exercise!

Aquatic exercise, also sometimes known as aquacise or water aerobics, takes advantage of the resistance of the water to help build your strength and endurance. You’ll develop your muscles and increase your overall strength while having fun in the pool. Also, because being in the pool works all of your muscle groups, you’ll get a full-body workout without putting much stress on your body.

 

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