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Water Safety Month
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Texas Senate has proclaimed May 2012 Water Safety Month. The South Texas Chapter of the Association of Pool & Spa Professionals will be sponsoring a Water Safety Event, May 2nd at the Braundera YMCA. Stay tuned for more details!
Try Gentle Water-Based Workouts
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Whether or not you’re a water lover, you’ll want to at least try water exercises. Numerous studies report that this form of low-impact exercise — especially when done in warm water — can help reduce pain, stiffness, fatigue, and depression in many people with fibromyalgia. And you don’t have to endure the back-and-forth monotony of Read More
Above Ground pool water chemistry
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– Let’s look at a few advancements in the maintenance of pools over the years. Before the mid-70s, test kits usually only included pH and total chlorine tests, while testing for alkalinity and calcium hardness was almost non-existent. Now, test kits, including test strips, are more sophisticated which includes testing for alkalinity, and calcium hardness. Read More
Aboveground or Inground?
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The basic rules that apply to water chemistry for in-ground pools apply to your above-ground pool. The water must stay balanced, you need to follow the program to keep your pool its clearest and healthiest, and you should keep it free from debris. The biggest difference between caring for an above-ground vs. an in-ground pool Read More
STANLEY TOOLS FOR THE POOL?
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Stanley has produced a line of above ground swiming pool maintanance equipment. This high quality line of brushes, vacuum heads, poles, dip nets, vinyl liner adhesives, thermometers, and others is in stock at The Above Ground Pool & Spa Company.
What additional components do I need for my above ground pool?
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Ask your pool dealer for recommendations regarding the right equipment for the above ground pool you choose. The size and type of your pool, will determine what size pump, what type of skimmer and so on. There are also many different types of pool cleaners, accessories and chemicals to choose from to make the most Read More
Improve Your Home Value and Health at the Same Time
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There are many reasons to purchase a hot tub. Most people think of relaxation or having a place to escape everyday. Customers report that simply by putting a hot tub in your backyard, better health and increased home values, not to mention that you and your family will love it. And of course, when you go with Read More
Water Exercise May Help Ease Fibromyalgia
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Water exercise has long been known as a great way to achieve fast fitness, especially for those who find land workouts to be too painful on joints and muscles. Now researchers report that low-impact water routines not only strengthen muscles and aerobic fitness quickly, but may be the fastest way to alleviate the chronic pain Read More
Pool fun plus
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For kids of all ages, having a swimming pool is all about having fun. And with a little imagination and a good selection of pool toys, you can increase the fun exponentially. Floaties — even giant pool noodles and inflatable islands — are just the beginning. Check with your local professional pool retailer and you’ll Read More
Many older adults like to take a dip in a pool, and now a small study suggests it can be good for their blood pressure. Researchers found that among 43 older men and women, those who started swimming a few times a week lowered their systolic blood pressure — the “top” number in a blood Read More