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Physical health benefits of swimming

Overview

Swimming is noted for providing various physical health benefits, such as efficient calorie burning, improved respiratory function, and cardiovascular strength. The activity utilizes nearly all major muscle groups and carries a lower risk of injury compared to running or weightlifting. It may also assist in managing blood glucose levels for those with type 2 diabetes.

While swimming does not biologically lengthen bones, the buoyancy of water allows for spinal decompression, which can lead to a temporary height increase of 1 to 2 cm by allowing intervertebral discs to expand. Additionally, strengthening the core, back, and shoulder muscles through swimming can promote better postural realignment.

Entities

Complementary Therapies in Medicine · Frontiers in Medicine · ANTARA News

Timeline

  1. [HEALTH] 4 sources
    Health benefits and physical effects of swimming

    Swimming provides significant health benefits, including efficient calorie burning, improved lung capacity, and better glucose control. It also aids posture through spinal decompression.

  2. [HEALTH] 2 sources
    Swimming benefits for mental health and physical recovery

    Swimming combines rhythmic movement with water buoyancy to promote physical recovery and mental well-being, with studies exploring its potential cognitive and stress-reducing benefits.

Sources

antaranews.com · cnbcindonesia.com · maskulin.com.my · medcom.id · schweiznews.ch · wmn.de