Benefits of swimming for the body: Prescillia Dahan's review, osteopath D.O
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Swimming is often recommended as one of the most complete sports, both for physical health and mental health. A low-impact activity accessible to all ages, it helps strengthen the body gently. But what are the real benefits of the pool for our body?
To better understand the impact of water on the human body, we interviewed Prescillia Dahan, Osteopath D.O, who shared her analysis with us on buoyancy, physical activity in water, and the value of swimming as part of a health and well-being approach.
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With age, some physical activities can become more difficult to practice, especially those involving repeated impact on the joints such as running, football, dancing, etc. In this context, swimming and water-based activities represent a particularly interesting alternative.
In her interview, Prescillia Dahan explains that many patients feel apprehensive about water, especially seniors:
"Among patients over 60, there can in some cases be a fear of water. They sometimes have a slight anxiety about bathing, and that is precisely why it is helpful to have support to give them confidence and help them feel better."
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When looking for a sport that is beneficial for the body, the goal is often to limit mechanical strain.
As the osteopath points out:
"When we talk about a sport we could do, we try to avoid impact sports and favor gentle sports. We talk about the pool, yoga, or Pilates."
However, the pool stands out for one unique advantage: the buoyancy effect.
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Why does water relieve the joints?
One of the major benefits of swimming comes from the reduction in load placed on the body thanks to immersion in water.
Prescillia Dahan explains:
"The pool is even better because there is this feeling of buoyancy that makes the load even lighter."
Indeed, the more the body is immersed, the more the pressure exerted on the joints decreases.
"The more our body is immersed in water, the more the load decreases. It considerably lightens the system."
This reduction in load makes it possible to perform movements without compressing the joints, which is particularly beneficial for people suffering from joint pain, those returning to physical activity, seniors, and people undergoing rehabilitation.
The expert also emphasizes this fundamental aspect:
"We can work gently without crushing the joint systems. We eliminate impacts."
This absence of impact sets the pool apart from many other sports and makes it possible to engage in physical activity while respecting the body's natural mechanics.
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Strengthening the body gently thanks to the resistance of the water
Contrary to certain preconceived ideas, water does not just lighten the body: it also creates natural resistance that engages the muscles.
Prescillia Dahan explains:
"We still get this effect of muscle strengthening and alignment."
Each movement performed in the water requires additional muscular effort because you have to fight against the resistance of the water.
This phenomenon helps tone the muscles, improve coordination, and strengthen the whole body.
And all this without traumatizing the joints.
According to the osteopath:
"Result: every effort will be effective."
Swimming thus becomes a particularly interesting activity for maintaining good physical condition.
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Improve your posture through swimming
Another major advantage of the pool concerns improving posture.
The position of the body in the water promotes better muscular and joint alignment.
As Prescillia Dahan explains:
"It will respect the body's proper mechanics and provide better alignment. So ultimately, better overall posture."
Indeed, the aquatic environment forces the body to constantly balance itself.
This strengthens the stabilizing muscles that play an essential role in posture.
Swimming can therefore help correct certain muscular tensions, improve balance, and strengthen the deep muscles.
These benefits are particularly valuable for people suffering from back pain or muscular tension linked to prolonged posture.
This latter case is very common since it notably concerns jobs that require a fixed posture, often seated, almost all day, every day.
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Why water instability improves balance
Water is a naturally unstable environment. To move around or simply float while staying on the surface, the body must constantly adapt.
Prescillia Dahan highlights this aspect:
"Water, by definition, is unstable. The more stable we are in the water, the more effective our movement is."
This constant adaptation work helps develop balance, coordination, and muscular stability.
This adaptation also improves movement efficiency in the water.
"We will have better propulsion, so we will be less tired."
The body thus learns to optimize its movements, which reduces fatigue while improving muscular efficiency.
The cardiovascular benefits of the pool
Swimming is also recognized for its effects on the cardiovascular system.
It works many muscle groups while stimulating the heart and breathing.
According to Prescillia Dahan:
"For me, going to the pool is also therapeutic. It helps improve balance, cardiovascular fitness, and tone."
When practiced regularly, swimming helps improve endurance, strengthen the heart, and stimulate blood circulation.
That is why it is also recommended as part of preventive healthcare.
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A positive impact on your figure and skin
Beyond the muscular and cardiovascular benefits, the pool also has an effect on the body's appearance.
The osteopath mentions in particular the effect of the contact of water on the skin:
"There is also the aesthetic aspect which, through the gliding of water over the skin, will firm it and give the skin good tone."
This natural stimulation helps improve tissue tone.
Movement in the water and the pressure exerted on the skin also promote circulation, which can help improve the overall appearance of your figure.
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Regain confidence in the water
But it’s not only physical. The pool also plays an important role on a psychological level.
For some people, especially seniors, fear of water can be a barrier to physical activity.
In these situations, feeling supported in the water can make it easier to resume activity.
As Prescillia Dahan reminds us:
"Having support can give them self-confidence and help them feel better in the water."
This is our mission at Plouf, which we developed at Safety Concept: to offer an innovative solution that brings confidence and peace of mind so you can enjoy the benefits of water safely.
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Swimming: a complete sport for health
Ultimately, the pool combines many benefits: reduced strain on the joints, gentle muscle strengthening, improved posture, development of balance, stimulation of the cardiovascular system, improved skin tone, renewed confidence, and reduced stress.
As osteopath Prescillia Dahan sums it up, swimming is a particularly comprehensive activity that allows you to work the body while respecting its natural mechanics.
Thanks to the aquatic environment and buoyancy, everyone can engage in physical activity suited to their own pace, as part of an approach focused on health, well-being, and prevention.
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