Despite its reputation as a more moderate type of exercise, swimming is one of the best full-body workouts you can do. It offers a host of health benefits while being gentle on the body due to its low-impact nature.
But what exactly happens to your body when you plunge into the pool for a 30-minute swim? Is it worth making the effort to hit the pool and have a swim sesh as opposed to a HIIT or spin class, for instance?
