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Swimming comes with a host of health benefits, including muscle toning and strengthening, reduced inflammation, and boosted heart, lung, and mental health. Yet, exercises like running, cycling ...

One 2017 study conducted at public swimming pools in Ohio involved testing the blood of 549 people, including adults and children, after swimming in pool water for one hour. On average, the adults ...

Open-ocean swimming has many health benefits — and some risks It’s great exercise and real mood enhancer. But some hazards — rip currents, wildlife and pollution — are challenging for even ...

For example, a 2x50 means swimming 50 yards (down and back), taking a 10-second break, and then swimming another lap. For a 4x25, swim the same distance, but rest every time you touch a side.

Transgender swimmer Lia Thomas, who made national headlines in 2022 after winning an NCAA individual title, will not be allowed to compete in elite women’s races, including the 2024 Olympics ...