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Why Doctors Recommend Water Running
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This article originally appeared in the Fall 2011 issue of USA Triathlon Magazine. The benefits of pool running — a form of cross training when your joints need a break or you are sidelined by injury. Now, learn why doctors recommend this method of training and quick tips to help you excel. 1. Athletes are Read More
Exercise with Pool Buoys
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Stand in chest-high water with your feet slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. Hold one dumbbell between your legs with both hands. Bring your knees as far up as you can by jumping in the water. Hang onto to the dumbbell while jumping to work out your abdominal muscles. Do repetitions of 10 in sets of Read More
While not always the primary reason for a pool or spa purchase, the health and fitness benefits of water are not lost on consumers. Those who enjoy the endorphin-producing, body-toning, cardio benefits of lap swimming can achieve their goals in a full-size pool, lap pool or small pool with a swim stream. The simple practice Read More
10 Safety Concerns for Parents with Pools
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One of the quickest ways to become the most popular parents on the block is to install an above ground swimming pool in your backyard. Guaranteeing hours of fun through the dog days of summer, pools are the centerpiece of a great backyard bash and a delight for all ages. There are, however, a few safety Read More
How much does it cost to operate a swim spa monthly?
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There are a lot of variables that determine monthly operating costs. Some of these variables include climate, how often the swim spa is used, filtration cycles, cost per kilowatt hour in the area, is it a 110v or 220v system and whether or not the spa is foam filled or recovers the waste heat off Read More
Swim Spa San Antonio style
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Did you know a 20-minute soak daily in your own personal swim spa could bring long-lasting relief to stress, insomnia, backaches, poor circulation, and even arthritis? Soaking in a swim spa a few times a week can even help curb appetite and aide in weight loss. A swim spa will help you feel better and Read More
Algae re-occurrences
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Algae re-occurrences happen in a swimming pool because the algae was not completely eradicated when treated. Sometimes poor or misdirected water circulation can prevent the pool chemicals from removing all of the algae. When treating a swim pool for algae, it is important that all parts of the pool receive a dose of algaecide. Some Read More
FAMILY FUN As remarkable as the AGP Company line of swim spas is for swimming, fitness, and therapy, we designed them also to be the perfect backyard family and friends fun center. All our swim and fitness spas are ideal for year-round enjoyment and learning. Installation takes only one day, but the enjoyment will last Read More
2012 OLYMPIC TRIALS POOL FACTS
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• Competition Pool is a 50 Meter, 10 lane pool, only 8 lanes used for competition. This pool is housed in the Arena of the CenturyLink Center. • Warm-up Pool has 8, 50 meter lanes and 5, 25 meter lanes. This pool is housed in both Halls A & B of the Convention Center. • Read More
Vogue steel wall pools vs. soft sided Walmart pools
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There are many different types of Above Ground swimming pools – steel wall, inflatable soft sided pools, metal support soft sided pools, and half in the ground pools to name a few. I grew up with an above ground swimming pool and I can remember all of the fun we had playing in it during Read More