Swimming and its contributions to weight loss

Do you like to swim?

Are you looking for an option to help you lose weight and find no fun?

You do not know how to swim but you've always wanted to learn?

In any case, you should know that

swimming has incredible contributions in relation to weight loss

.

Just that we will talk to you next.

We know that there are overweight people who feel hesitant to start swimming because they fear teasing or rejection.

However,

swimming

 is a very fun sport that you will love and help you in your goal, so put aside the fears and take a dip.

How and why does swimming help in weight loss?

Swimming is a cardiovascular sport, which means that it  invigorates your heart and lungs while strengthening your muscles . When you practice it several times a week or combine it with other sports in the same period of time it burns fat and increases muscle tone.

One of the great benefits of swimming is that anyone can practice it, regardless of their age or physical condition . People who are looking to lose weight with many kilos, could discover great comfort when swimming because the body feels lighter in the water.

In case you have never practiced, it is easy to find schools with instructors in most large and small cities.

Swimming has better results than walking

In a study carried out with the intention of comparing the effects on weight loss when walking and swimming, it was found that the results were better with the second case. In this comparative exercise was measured with the same intensity 3 times per week.

The result was that the people who swam lost 1.1 kilos and 2 centimeters more in measures than those who only walked. The best thing of all is that this is achieved without risking the health of the ankles or knees , something that does happen when walking, running or cycling.

Swimming is an exercise in resistance

When swimming you force your body to show some resistance to the effects or currents of the water. This helps your muscles get stronger as the days go by.

In fact, as soon as you begin to include this activity, you will notice that the greatest effect is just this one. In the long term you will see the loss of weight as a result of your new strength.

Ideally, you should start swimming in a quiet pool without many challenges. As you progress and your muscles become stronger you can try natural pools or have a certain challenge.

You will discover that it is a sport that will force you to compete all the time with yourself while being fun.

Swimming helps you maintain your weight after an injury

One of the great fears of those who are looking for weight loss appears when they have suffered an injury. In most cases, the doctor gives them a list of activities they can not do and is usually walking or running.

If you have stayed in these two activities so far, you should know that swimming is the perfect alternative. Confirm with your doctor, although it is possible that he recommends it to you or that you should go to aquatic physical therapy.

Make the process of weight loss fun

Swimming is a very fun activity for most. If you have not tried it yet, you may not believe it but as soon as you start, you will see that you no longer want to get out of the water. This happens because it allows you to relaxand enjoy without worrying about anything else .

While you are in the water, allow yourself to think of nothing and just enjoy the moment. You will see that at the end of your session you feel lighter than tensions and weight.

How to start swimming for weight loss?

• Find a gym or local pool that has basic hygiene classes and requirements.
• Reserve one day a week to swim and complete it.
• Ask your doctor if there is something you should consider and tell your instructor.
• Go swimming with the best of attitudes and focus only on having fun.

And you, ya nadas? You like? You've done it?