Ease Back into Exercise after Christmas Using Your Swimming Pool
If those extra mince pies, or that third helping of Christmas dinner, have left you feeling like you could do with some more exercise, swimming pools are a great way of incorporating fun workouts into your daily routine. Aquatic exercise is much easier on your knees and joints than running or jogging and, as such, aquatic fitness is becoming increasingly popular. With a variety of water-based cycling, aerobic and zumba workouts available, it can begin to seem a little overwhelming choosing the right one for you – the following activities can all be done from the comfort of your own pool….
Take a dip or float peacefully in the warm water of your swimming pool. Splash around with the family and host everyone’s favourite party. Get all the generations to join, Grandma and Grandad would love to take part! However, sometimes getting in and out of a pool can be too much of a drop for some. Make your swimming pool completely accessible to everyone, even for your pets – by installing pool ladders or stairs. There’s all types to choose from, that will still compliment your tastes and styles; whilst keeping your pool looking uniform and providing you with an entirely…
Now you’ve got planning permission, what shape pool do you want to have? This month’s article with H2o Swimming Pools will compare some of the types of indoor and outdoor pools that are available, to ensure you choose the right shape that best suits you and your family’s lifestyle. If you can’t quite decide what swimming pool shape you’d like, we’ve put together a portfolio of shapes to consider before diving into a decision. Drift off into a world of paradise with our luxurious tropical creations whilst we discuss your options. The best shapes for indoors Pool shapes and sizes that…
Floats are becoming a key fixture of many swimming pools, and a feature that can be enjoyed by adults and kids alike. They also have the added bonus of being deflated and brought along on holiday, ready to be used for fun and games abroad. These days, there are a variety of different styles and innovative float designs available, and some more quirky than others. Want to brighten up your pool and give it a splash of colour? Check out our list of awesome swimming pool floats and accessories. Animal Floats These wacky floats are sure to be the life of…
With a summer of sport fast approaching, here at H2O Swimming Pools we are most excited about the swimming events that will be held at the Olympics Aquatic Stadium at Barra in Brazil. Starting on the 5th of August, and running for 16 packed days, the Rio Olympics is the most highly anticipated televised event of the year. And with 34 swimming medals up for grabs, we have high hopes of bagging some for Britain. Let’s dive in and give you some basic need-to-know facts about this year’s events and athletes. THE EVENTS The swimming debuted in the 1896 Olympics in…
There are few things more enjoyable in life than being in the sunshine with your family by the pool, and with the summer holidays rapidly approaching, you might be thinking of ways you can help keep your kids occupied while making the most of the fantastic weather. Utilising your pool is a great way of getting the kids outdoors, exercising and enjoying the fresh air, but if – fingers crossed – we get enough warm weather, they may run out of ways to enjoy the pool with you. To help your kids enjoy the sunshine this summer, take a look at…
Will the success of the Glasgow Commonwealth Games encourage new swimmers!
Commonwealth Games Success The success of the London Olympic Games 2012 saw a significant rise in people joining up to their local swimming pools and swimming clubs. This enthusiasm was extended further with the Commonwealth Games held in Glasgow in July this year, where athletes from the commonwealth nations pushed themselves to their limits in a variety of sports. There we some great wins for England and Scotland in the swimming pool based events, and they varied between standard swims based on timed results, as well as those which show a more creative and artistic side to the sport. …
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