Cold Water Swimming Health Benefits and Risks

Download or read book Cold Water Swimming Health Benefits and Risks written by Nicolas Iconomidis and published by BoD - Books on Demand. This book was released on 2023-02-14 with total page 142 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Regular and prolonged swimming in the sea, in addition to the pleasure it provides, has beneficial effects on health, but it can also present certain risks. This book explores the physiological effects of swimming, particularly in cold water ( 10 to 14 °C), in the light of recent data. The author presents a complete picture of the benefits and risks of this activity. He offers advice and recommendations for safe swimming in the sea in all seasons. This book is intended for those who are interested in this activity and want to start in the best conditions, but also for experienced swimmers who want to go further in the understanding of their practice.