Consider Swimming Some Laps
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Did you know that swimming is dubbed one of the most heart-healthy exercises?
Swimming laps is a low impact aerobic activity, meaning it gets your heart beating faster without putting lots of pressure on your bones and joints. Several studies have found a correlation between how much adults swim and the health of their hearts. Swimming not only works the heart muscle, but it lowers blood pressure and improves circulation.
Many people rave about swimming because not only is it a healthy physical activity; it’s also calming and relaxing.
Today’s challenge is to find a place to swim (indoor or outdoor pool, pond, lake, reservoir) and do some laps. Spend at least 30 minutes in the water focusing on aerobic activity. Think of this gentle yet effective exercise as a new way to move your body for the benefit of your heart.
Need more inspiration? See how #healthynurse Latonia Ford taught herself to swim and discovered a passion for aqua fitness.
This weekend we hope you get a chance to do something active.! Whether a swim or an active sport from yesterday's tip. Show us what you do! Post a video or photo in our challenge update thread here, in our private Facebook group, or on Twitter, or Instagram and tag us with #healthynurse.
Like this post? Use the social media links on the left side of your page to share this with a nurse and invite them to join Healthy Nurse, Healthy Nation!
Missed day 4? Catch up here. Join us on day 6.
Swimming laps is a low impact aerobic activity, meaning it gets your heart beating faster without putting lots of pressure on your bones and joints. Several studies have found a correlation between how much adults swim and the health of their hearts. Swimming not only works the heart muscle, but it lowers blood pressure and improves circulation.
Many people rave about swimming because not only is it a healthy physical activity; it’s also calming and relaxing.
Today’s challenge is to find a place to swim (indoor or outdoor pool, pond, lake, reservoir) and do some laps. Spend at least 30 minutes in the water focusing on aerobic activity. Think of this gentle yet effective exercise as a new way to move your body for the benefit of your heart.
Need more inspiration? See how #healthynurse Latonia Ford taught herself to swim and discovered a passion for aqua fitness.
This weekend we hope you get a chance to do something active.! Whether a swim or an active sport from yesterday's tip. Show us what you do! Post a video or photo in our challenge update thread here, in our private Facebook group, or on Twitter, or Instagram and tag us with #healthynurse.
Like this post? Use the social media links on the left side of your page to share this with a nurse and invite them to join Healthy Nurse, Healthy Nation!
Missed day 4? Catch up here. Join us on day 6.
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