Eli5:why swimming it’s the better type of workout for overall general health?
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Swimming is a great compound exercise that also works multiple systems.
Swimming will develop both cardio and muscular systems
The act of swimming (especially if including different strokes) works multiple areas of the body at the same time. Every length of the pool you are working arms; core; legs
Because of the boyancy of water and the lack of additional weighs on joints; swimming is considered “low impact” and can be utilized by more people who may be prone to joint issues
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