What Muscles Do I Use When I Swim? (With images and strokes)
We have all heard that swimming is a full-body workout, but how does this translate to our muscles? What muscles does swimming work? Although major muscles such as the lats (latissimus dorsi)...
If you're new to the world of water aerobics, you might be wondering what all the fuss is about. Is it really that much better than working out on dry land? From the pool deck, water aerobics...
Have you ever jumped into a heated pool to find the water feels cold? Or perhaps the water and air temperature are the same, but the water feels freezing when you get in? I am fascinated with this...
If you want to dive and swim underwater, our instinct is to take a deep breath and then dive. This is great, as it allows us to stay underwater for much longer. However, as our lungs are filled...
Winter can mark the end of the swimming season for many swimmers. However, with heated outdoor pools, we can still enjoy an outdoor swim with reduced risk of cold exposure. Many open water...
Although I love a day at the beach, I am never fully comfortable in the sea, as the salty water irritates my eyes. I often find myself with stinging and squinting eyes, particularly on bright...
