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Is swimming a good idea for healthy living?
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Yes: Swimming is excellent and healthy exercise that almost everyone can partake in.
Answered 7/20/2012
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Jump on in: The water's fine! huge enthusiastic yes! swimming stretches and works out your body all over. It's low impact so it's friendly for backs and knees too. So if you're feeling amphibious, it's a great way to get moving. But most of all, choose exercise that will be fun for you. If you're not inclined to swim, that's okay. You can find something else to do.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Yes: Swimming is a great way to burn calories and stay in shape. The water is gentle on the joints but over exercising can cause problems with the shoulders.
Answered 12/26/2013
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