Swimming is one of the oldest sports and regular contact with water has always been an effective way of staying healthy

Swimming is possibly the oldest means of survival, for humans as well as animals. Over the years, though, swimming has evolved to take on a more integral part of our lives as a means of sport, therapy and leisure. As an activity, it’s extremely important for neuromotor development, especially among children an adults aiming to improve their fitness.

Swimming is one of the most beneficial activities for the human body; by using all four limbs, swimming promotes muscle development, which is fundamental for children and adults wishing to improve their overall flexibility. Other benefits include improved blood circulation, recovery from physical injury, and enhanced lung capacity. The associated water pressure ultimately means that exercises carried out in a pool expend up to five times more calories than the same activities in a gym.

The history of swimming, therefore, has been one marked by eminent athletes who have often braved uncharted waters in search of fame and recognition. Medical research has also led to the increased use of swimming as a means of physical treatment, such as with injury rehabilitation and arthritis.

Swimming is arguably the most complete sport that exists as it forces each and every muscle to work in unison: ideally it should be part of our daily routine, each and every day!

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