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This sport is advised to almost everyone: children, adults, pregnant women, babies. And for good reason. Wday.ru has collected the main reasons for giving a child to swim.
Psychologist and teacher of the children’s swimming school “Oceanika”
“There is no consensus about the best age to start swimming: swimming has a positive effect on people of all ages. But before you go to conquer the pool, you need to consult with a pediatrician: perhaps the child has an allergic reaction to the substances contained in the water, or there is a psychological barrier (fear of swimming due to a bad experience in the past). That is why, before a big swim, it is better to make sure everything is in order and provide a health certificate to the pool. ”
Immunity is strengthened
When we say “hardening”, we immediately recall an ice shower and jumping into an ice-hole, but it is possible to strengthen the immune system in a more painless way: for example, in swimming pools there is a barely noticeable difference between the temperature regimes on land and in water. Thus, the child’s immunity is strengthened without risk and negative consequences for the body.
The breathing apparatus develops
Taking deep breaths in and out during exercise is called ventilation, which removes bacteria from the respiratory system and strengthens the breathing apparatus.
Posture becomes beautiful
And not only posture. Exercising in the water strengthens the muscles, has a positive effect on the coordination of movements and forms the body’s endurance. By the way, swimming is one of the few sports recommended for scoliosis. And its excellent prevention.
Benefits for the heart
The entire cardiovascular system of the child will unequivocally say “thank you” for the activation of blood flow.
Swimming like meditation
During exercise, the nervous system relaxes and the massage effect of the water has a calming effect. The child will especially like the process of the lesson, because at the preschool age, swimming is perceived as a game and begins to be associated exclusively with pleasure.
Sound sleep and good appetite
In addition to the anti-stress effect and a positive effect on all organ systems, classes in the pool have a beneficial effect on the metabolism and sleep of the child.
Making new acquaintances and chatting with friends
In swimming lessons, children not only develop special skills, but also socialize: thanks to group activities, the child becomes more sociable and sociable.