Posts Tagged ‘adult swimming’
Older Australians Drowning
A Disturbing Trend in Drowning Statistics in Australia While the media coverage of drowning incidents tends to focus on the tragic loss of young lives, a disturbing trend in the number of deaths of older Australians (55+ years) by drowning has emerged in recent years. Last year, more than 100 adults aged over 55 drowned –…
Read MoreBenefits of Swimming Lessons for Adults: Why Adults Should Learn To Swim
The Benefits of Adult Swimming Lessons The benefits of swimming can be enjoyed by adults as well as children. Parents should consider jumping in for their own health and fitness, as well as an opportunity to enjoy the water with their kids. In the course of teaching a babies’ class earlier this week, I demonstrated a…
Read MoreLap Swimming Etiquette
Lap Swimming Rules To Ensure the Workout is Safe and Enjoyable for Everyone There’s no question that the instruction provided by a coach can serve as a powerful motivation tool. However, not everyone is available to participate in set squad session times, and not everyone wants to be a part of a social swim squad or…
Read MoreImproving Technique
Improving Swimming Technique While swimming is a great sport, for many it does not come naturally, and learning how to swim efficiently requires time and commitment on the part of the individual, as well as the development of stamina and coordination. If you want to improve your swimming ability or you need some extra tips…
Read MoreSwimming for the Elderly
Swimming for the Elderly Dec 2 Written by: 2/12/2010 10:35 PM Almost all older adults, regardless of age or condition, can improve their health and independence through exercise and physical activity. Participating in regular physical exercise increases a person’s chance of living a longer and healthier life. Swimming is a fabulous form of exercise for…
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