Swimming and 1-to-1 Coaching, its benefits and 2Madeira’s Swimming camp packages. 

At 2Madeira, we’re passionate about Swimming and 1-to-1 Coaching, designed to help you take your training to the next level. With an Olympic-sized swimming pool in the main city of Funchal, Madeira is the perfect year-round destination for swimming camps. Our experienced and certified swimming coaches can work with your athletes and help them get the most out of their training.

Firstly, we’ll talk about the benefits of swimming and how it can Benefit those looking for alternatives to land-based and high-impact exercise.

Health Benefits of Swimming

Swimming offers a wealth of health benefits, both physical and psychological. It’s recommended that adults manage to fit in between 150 minutes of moderate and 75 minutes of vigorous activity per week. Swimming is a popular sport, which can burn as many calories as running, without the harsh impact on your bones and joints.

By swimming, you benefit from full-body exercise. As well as being a low-impact sport, swimming tones your muscles, builds strength and endurance and raises your heartbeat without adding stress to your joints.

Taking to the water is also excellent for your cardiovascular system, strengthening your heart and lungs. This can lead to a lower risk of cardiovascular diseases in later life, lower blood pressure and lower blood sugar levels.

Injuries, Arthritis, and other conditions   

Apart from its obvious health benefits, swimming is a great exercise for those with mobility issues, either through injury or disability. If you suffer from impact-related injuries or arthritis, then swimming can be an excellent tool during your recovery or physiotherapy.

Swimming is also routinely used as therapy and a tool to promote independence for those with disabilities. The feeling of almost weightlessness in the water has been seen to improve confidence and allow the body to move freely and unsupported. A 20-week study of people with MS taking part in a swimming program documented a significant reduction in pain and a greater range of movement, combating symptoms like fatigue and depression.

A safe exercise option during pregnancy

During pregnancy, it’s important to remain active. Finding a low-risk exercise, especially during the later stages of pregnancy can be challenging. Swimming can keep you moving without putting undue stress on your body and keep the heart rate in a safe zone. Studies have shown no adverse effects of swimming in chlorinated pools with women swimming during early to mid-pregnancy showing a lower risk of pre-term labour and congenital defects.

It’s noted that not all women are encouraged to swim during pregnancy, especially if there is a risk of complications. Always consult your physician and ask about safe activities.

Why should you consider 1 – 1 Swim Coaching?

Whether you are an athlete, aspiring amateur swimmer, or passionate about the sport, the benefits of 1-to-1 coaching are abundant. With direct access to an experienced swimming coach, you can get real-time feedback on your stroke, form, and timings. An experienced coach can analyse your performance from the poolside and provide valuable insight allowing you to develop your technique.

After your time in the pool, you can compare your strokes to other swimmers, either in person or on video, analysing their style and performance, and then adapting it to your own style. At the end of your session, your coach can give you prepared research materials and homework for you to study before the next session.

As well as pool-based training and development, your personal 1-to-1 coach can work with you in the gym, focusing on core strength, cardiovascular exercise and flexibility and mobility. A personalised gym routine offers huge benefits which translate to increased performance and optimisation when in the water.

Are you exploring the idea of visiting Madeira for your swimming camp? Speak with a member of the 2Madeira team today and explore our range of packages which include Airport Transfers, Hotel and catered accommodation, car hire, daily transfers to the pool facilities and an individual training plan designed around you and your goals.

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