Health Tip: Swim, Swim, Swim

2007/05/29

Health Day News
Based on earlier reporting by Health Day News

It's a great form of low-impact exercise

Exercise should be part of everyone's healthy lifestyle, but some people may have difficulty with high-impact exercise like running.

Swimming is a low-impact activity that offers a great workout for all muscles of the body.

Swimming may be a good option for people who need to be extra careful during exercise, including those who are:

  • Pregnant.
  • Extremely overweight.
  • Elderly.
  • Disabled.
  • Recovering from an injury.

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