Swimming

Male swimmer propelling underwater in the swimming pool by RG&B Images for Stocksy United

Lido, by Christopher Beanland, has arrived just in time, with many lidos now reopened – a perfect moment to delve into the beauty of outdoor swimming pools.

If you’re ready to jump into a new workout, try this revolutionary water routine. “The buoyancy of water lessens the pull of gravity, making you feel lighter and making balance simple, while also reducing impact on your knees,” says fitness expert Chris Freytag, who created this routine. “This makes the same moves that would be difficult to do on land feel easier in the pool.” The payoff is powerful: This workout blasts calories, tones trouble spots, and boosts muscle strength.

Everything you need to know about open water swimming from technique to wetsuits as well as the benefits of open water swimming

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I love swimming!

Jessica Cook is a Decatur, Georgia Fine Artist specializing in dynamic figurative paintings rooted in universal human stories.