INTRODUCTION

“Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. The enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of health is one of the fundamental rights of every human being without distinction of race, religion, political belief, economic or social condition.”1 – Constitution of the World Health Organization (WHO), 1946


Definition
Regular exercise improves health and fitness. Health is defined as a state of complete mental, physical and social well-being; not merely the absence of illness or infirmity. Fitness is the ability to meet the demands of the environment.



OBJECTIVE



HEALTH BENEFITS OF SPORTS

1. Jogging is good for your heart : Cycling is associated with improved cardiovascular fitness, as well as a decrease in the risk of corony heart disease. 

1. Cycling is good for your waistine : you can burn a lot of calories while biking, especially when you cycle fast than a leisurely.

There are plenty of reasons to swim and we all know that swimming is good for our health is one among those, but how good?

Today, I am bringing to all of you the top 10 health benefits of swimming although I know there are many, many more!

1. A good exercise: While swimming, you exercise most of your body parts without straining your joints.

2. Fitness: Swimming burns about 450 to 950 calories per hour; it all depends on your pace.

3. Body strength: Swimming not only tones your muscles, it also helps strengthen your bones, especially at an advanced age.

4. Good for osteoarthritis: If your joints hurt and your muscles are stiff, swimming is suitable to lower the pain. In the pool your body weight decreases, and the pressure is reduced over your muscles and joints. You also can try Water Aerobics class which often use water weight for extra muscle development. 

5. Endurance:  Swimming competitions are the best way to test and improve your endurance. The longer you swim, the more your body tolerates hard workouts.