It complements running and other weight bearing sports because it puts less on the joints and tendons, therefore causing fewer injuries and allowing for more consistent training.
Swimming is recognized as one of the best all around exercise for most people. It can work all the muscle groups, provided all the strokes are used.
Swimming provides an excellent cardiovascular workout that elevates the heart and respiratory rates, as well as improving flexibility, and it can help to control weight. It also useful for people who are pregnant or have leg or lower back problem.
This activity is also provides most of the aerobic benefits that running does, and with many of the benefits of resistance training thrown in.
Swimming has been shown to improve certain health conditions, such as asthma, disabilities and can help those recovering from injury.
Swimming is good for your health
