Have you decided to sign up for the first time at the pool? Do you intend to take a class and maybe even beat your fear of water? The reasons why you decide to go to the pool can vary, but there are a lot of information and tips that are important to keep in mind if you are a first-time swimmer and are not familiar with pools and swimlanes.
Let’s make sure we’re healthy before we swim
First, before signing up for the swimming course, you must get a physical fitness certificate, mandatory for all non-competitive sports activities. Obtaining it is very simple; you only need to undergo a medical examination that will evaluate, according to criteria and parameters, your suitability for this activity, with any orthopaedic requirements in the presence of particular disorders.
In short, even if swimming is one of the most complete and suitable sports for everyone, in some cases, you have to be careful, especially if you have back problems. Not only that, even pregnant women with hypertension or cardiovascular problems, those who have had previous episodes of a heart attack and those with diabetes and high cholesterol levels should follow the advice of their doctor carefully.
Once you find out that you are eligible for this activity, you will be able to…
