In the summer, it is normal to feel heavy, swollen and more tired. The heat of this period heavily affects our body and our mood, and doing physical activity seems something unthinkable.
Yet there is a way to play sports without sweating and suffering from the heat: it is physical activity practiced in water. This type of movement is also suitable for those suffering from joint or back stiffness, but also for those with circulation problems or overweight.
This is why any sport practiced in the water is ideal for anyone who wants to benefit without the effort of having to sweat under the sun (excluding other medical indications).
There are different types of water sports. Some are more engaging, like water aerobics or aquacycling, others are less so, like walking in water, but none the less beneficial. In this article we will discover the thousand benefits that those who decide to walk in water get.
It is good for the body and mind
Feeling tired, swollen and tingling legs is a common sensation at this time of year. The ideal to find relief from this point of view is to walk in the water. Doing so will improve peripheral circulation, even in the case of visible capillaries, especially in the calf area. Furthermore, walking in the water will also help us to combat the blemish most hated by women: cellulite. An excellent practice that we can carry out comfortably at home to combat cellulite is also this easy massage to do in 5 minutes.
Alternatively we could take advantage of the beneficial action of the sea waves to have an unparalleled massage. Especially in this holiday period, we could combine pleasure and health by taking beautiful walks in the sea.
Just walking 30 minutes like this to improve blood circulation
The ideal time to do this practice is early in the morning, when the air is still fresh. As reported by the Grana Padano Nutritional Observatory (OGP), the ideal would be to walk in sea water for 30-40 minutes. We can also exceed this time interval, compatibly with our state of health, training and physical endurance. In addition to the benefits listed above, we will improve muscle tone, help with weight loss and reduce stress. That is why walking for 30 minutes in this way is enough to improve blood circulation.
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