Health Benefits of Owning a Pool and Spa
Boise, ID. — Liquid FX, an Idaho-based pool and spa firm that specializes in the design, build, remodel and service of pools and spas, has seen many benefits linked to owning a pool or spa. Our goal is to build swimming pools and spas to promote happy, healthy lifestyles for every client.
Swimming pools and spas come with many health benefits, such as social interaction, stress relief, aerobic exercise, and more! Owning a pool and spa creates a fun activity when hosting family or friends. Many times it is hard to find an activity that the majority wants to take part in, but who doesn’t want to swim and relax by the pool on a hot, summer day! Even if you aren’t a skilled swimmer yet, time in the water will only make you more comfortable. And for the kids, at home swim lessons can ensure their safety and responsibility around the pool! Or maybe you’re new to the neighborhood, having a pool and spa is a great way to invite your neighbors over and create new friendships.
Studies have shown that swimming can help improve sleep patterns, reduce stress as well as relieving anxiety and depression. While swimming feel good hormones, endorphins are released into our brain. These lead to increased positivity as well as overall mental wellbeing. Another reason that swimming is great is the positive effect on blood flow it has. In order to have a healthy brain your body requires good blood flow and swimming helps significantly in this area. Sometimes all you need is some peaceful time away from the emails and tasks to allow for a more productive, happy and healthy day.
Another benefit that swimming pools present is physical exercise. Swimming is a great way to stay in shape and whether you are doing a powerful breaststroke or a gentle freestyle, you’ll get a full-body workout. Not only does swimming help you stay in shape but it also increases your energy level due to increased metabolic rates. Pools are also a great way to exercise if you are unable to on land because of an injury or other hinderance. Water is able to relieve a lot of body weight allowing you to stay active while you recover. Staying in good physical health is important and a swimming pool is a great way to ensure this.
If you want to create a healthier lifestyle a great place to start is swimming at least three times a week. Doing so will help decrease stress, anxiety and depression as well as increasing your physical wellbeing, bodily strength, and energy levels.
