The Mental Health Benefits of Pools in Commercial Properties

Physical and Mental Health Benefits of Swimming Pools

Swimming pools are wonderful for a person’s health, both physically and mentally. Swimming is a full body exercise, and just three hours a week getting aerobic exercise in the swimming pool can decrease the risk of health problems like obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. Exercising in a swimming pool is effective, because water provides resistance, strengthening muscles and providing a good cardio workout, but it’s also easier on the joints, because the water provides buoyancy and supports weight. Beyond the physical benefits they provide, though, swimming pools can also be rejuvenation spaces, offering stress relief and relaxation. You don’t need a backyard swimming pool to reap these mental health benefits; pools in commercial properties can offer the same positive results, without the expense and effort required to maintain your own pool.

Emotional Benefits of Spending Time in a Pool

Why do so many wellness centers use pool for therapeutic purposes? The people who run these facilities understand how good a pool can be for a guest’s well-being. Swimming can improve overall mental health, for a variety of reasons. First, exercise stimulates the brain to release “feel-good” hormones. Additionally, being in the water is relaxing, and the movement of the water over the body provides a sort of massage. Being in the water brings a sense of peace, and it can even alleviate depression. You may even find that your sleep improves after you have spent time in the pool, because swimming tires the body in a healthy way. The stress reduction that comes with swimming can allow you to fall asleep more quickly, and experience deeper, more restful sleep. Better sleep improves the mood, boosts cognitive function, and promotes better stress management.

How to Use a Pool for Stress Relief

Swimming can provide stress relief, and so can just lounging in a pool. To truly make the most of your experience, though, try some simple relaxation techniques. Mindfulness practices, like meditation or visualization, can help you manage stress, relax, improve mental clarity and concentration, and decrease the occurrence of intrusive thoughts. Try clearing your mind, picturing calming scenes, and focusing on positive affirmations. Float in the water, focusing on the weightlessness you feel as you purposely release the tension in your muscles, with the help of the soothing water. This can promote physical relaxation as well as mental peace.

Millennium Pools and Spas Builds Commercial Pools in the Washington, DC Area

If you own a business that you feel would benefit from offering a pool for your guests, Millennium Pools and Spas can help. With over 30 combined years of experience in the pool industry, we provide a comprehensive range of pool services for both residential and commercial customers in Virginia, Washington DC, and Maryland. When you hire Millennium Pool Service, you get a well-qualified, industry-trained staff of pool contractors and technicians, services that are tailored to your needs, and a commitment to 100% customer satisfaction. Contact us for more information.