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💧 How to Warm Up Before Swimming — Protect Your Joints!
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00:00Before you dive in, let's take a moment to care for your body.
00:05A gentle warm-up protects your joints, wakes up your muscles, and makes every swim smoother and
00:10safer, especially as we age. Warming up increases blood flow to your muscles and lubricates your
00:18joints. This simple step reduces stiffness, lowers injury risk, and helps you move more
00:25freely in the water. Think of it as your body's, hello, before swimming. Start with your breath.
00:34Stand tall, roll your shoulders back, and take five slow, deep breaths.
00:40Feel your chest open. Breathing prepares your body and mind for calm movement.
00:47Next, let's loosen your shoulders. Circle your arms forward and backward, 10 times each way.
00:55Keep your movements gentle and pain-free. This helps prevent shoulder strain once you start
01:01swimming. Now, warm up your hips and legs. Hold the pool edge for balance, swing one leg forward and
01:10back, then switch sides. Add a few slow hip circles. These moves improve your balance and flexibility.
01:18Finish your warm-up with light stretches. Slowly tilt your head side to side, and roll your shoulders.
01:28A few gentle back twists can help release any tightness before entering the pool.
01:34If the water's cool, take a moment to walk or paddle gently in the shallow end.
01:40The water's resistance gives your muscles a light massage and warms you from the inside out.
01:45Warming up isn't just physical, it's mental. Those quiet minutes help your brain shift into focus,
01:54calm your nerves, and remind your body that this is your time to heal and enjoy.
01:59You deserve to move freely and safely.
02:03With just five minutes of gentle preparation, every swim becomes smoother, more joyful, and better for your
02:09joints. It's not about pushing harder, it's about caring smarter.
02:16If this video helped you, give it a like, share it with a friend, and subscribe for more gentle
02:21wellness tips designed for older adults who want to move with confidence, balance, and joy.
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