Doctors named the benefits of learning to swim after retirement
Swimming relieves stress on joints, develops muscle strength, increases mental well-being, and improves cardiovascular health and social life. Diving into water may seem intimidating, but it can also be one of the best solutions for physical and mental health. This was reported on December 5 by the South China Morning Post (SCMP) newspaper.
Being a good swimmer is an important life skill that can be useful when a person least expects it. In this regard, it is important to improve your skills and increase confidence when diving, especially in adulthood.
"I've seen how swimming changes people's lives, especially the elderly," said Emma Kuvertz—Norman, national swimming manager at Nuffield Health, the UK's largest healthcare charity.
According to her, this concerns not only maintaining physical fitness, but also a sense of confidence, independence and the ability to enjoy life to the fullest. Retirement, according to the expert, is the ideal time to start exercising, and the pool, in turn, is one of the safest and most effective places to start training.
It is also emphasized that swimming stands out when compared with other types of physical activity that involve a low load on the body (walking or cycling).
Evgeniya Yekusheva, MD, Professor, member of the Haleon Expert Council, spoke to Izvestia on November 26 about five habits for maintaining joint health. According to her, moderate physical activity, weight control, correct posture, proper nutrition, as well as routine checkups can become useful habits.
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