Breaststroke
It may be slower, but it provides an excellent full-body workout. Strengthens the upper body, back, and chest, and improves lung function by breathing out into the water.
Front Crawl
The fastest and easiest stroke to master. Shapes the whole body, with a focus on toning the upper body, particularly the deltoids, triceps, and biceps.
Backstroke
The elegant stroke. Improves posture, strengthens the core, and opens chest muscles. Ideal for shaping the upper and lower back, as well as the thighs.
Butterfly
The calorie burner. Requires power, engaging strong triceps and biceps. Strengthens shoulder muscles and develops the deltoid muscles through shoulder rotation.
Health Benefits of Swimming
Regular swimming can boost mental health, lung capacity, and cognitive function. It reduces the risk of chronic illnesses like heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and strokes, according to the NHS.
Fitness and Muscle Mass
Swimming helps with full-body toning and stamina improvement. NHS guidelines suggest 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity per week, but vigorous swimming can reduce this to 75 minutes.
Low-Impact Cardio
Swimming is gentler on the joints than high-intensity workouts. Water reduces body weight impact by up to 90%, alleviating stress on joints, muscles, and bones.