On a hot summer day, I’m sure you would rather do those exercises build muscle in a pool, than in a gym.

In a pool, muscle will not be built fast, however, it will increase your ability to gain muscle by building your joints, giving you a small body workout, and making you flexible.

Everyday, especially in weight lifting and cardio, your joints in your body are being used. Swimming gives your body the opportunity to build the joints in your body, instead of always building your muscles. This will allow you to lift more, give you more room to build muscle, and prevent injuries.

Although this should not be your main workout, swimming will give you a full body workout without giving you stress on your body. If you use this as your only workout, the cool water will make your fat distribute differently, sending more fat to your skin, losing your muscle tone. Adding this to your regular workout schedule, about once a week, and you’ll feel the results without hurting your tone.

Flexibility is also worked on in pools. You may get some flexibility training from stretching or working out, however, you will benefit more from swimming. Having good flexibility will help you in lifting weights and exercising.

Finally, your inner self will improve. Your lungs and heart will be put to the test under calm, low stress conditions. Holding your breath and swimming helps expand your lungs and pump the heart, giving you a boost in health. It would be normal to get out of the pool breathing easier and feeling better because of this.

Now you know pool exercises build muscle while also giving you better flexibility and joint strength, so incorporate this into your weekly workout and see the results for yourself.