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Swimming tones the entire body while providing an excellent cardiovascular workout; it strengthens the heart muscle and improves delivery of oxygen to muscles. It's also a uniquely gentle, relaxing activity that almost anyone can do, including people for whom jarring, weight-bearing activities are out of the question (those who are obese or have chronic back or joint problems, for example). Pregnant women in particular benefit since swimming builds up abdominal and shoulder muscles, areas that are especially taxed by carrying a baby. Water exercise can also reduce the joint stiffness, high blood pressure, and discomfort associated with pregnancy. | | |
