The Benefits of a Heated Pool

Doctors and physical therapists regard swimming as a very beneficial form of exercise because it works the entire body without impact stresses on the joints.

Poor circulation causes muscle pain for many people, especially if blood flow is restricted in the arms and legs.  Swimming works the entire upper and lower body and improves oxygen flow to the heart and lungs.  This will generally cause decline in the resting heart rate and breathing rate, which ultimately allows more oxygen to reach your body's muscles and tissues.

Cardiovascular health is achieved when the heart muscle gets good exercise and the blood circulation throughout the body is improved.

Many feel as though they need to purchase a membership to a gym in order to exercise, when in reality those that have pools have a huge machine in their own backyard. Making full use of your machine is dependent on how many months of the year you can use it.  Adding a heater or a solar heater will extend the use of your pool, providing the opportunity to benefit from this form of exercise all-year-round.

Children love to swim and can often tolerate lower temperatures, however, pediatricians caution that repeated chilling can make young children more susceptible to respiratory infections. This can also be true for elderly swimmers. So, adding a heater to your existing pool can help prevent chilling and problems associated with excessive body heat loss.

Horizon Pool and Patio are heating and solar heating experts. They can help you determine the best solution for your pool and help you finance your project. They are family owned and operated. Since 1985, they have been serving Wellington, Royal Palm Beach, Lake Worth, Acreage, Loxahatchee and many of the other communities in Palm Beach County.

Horizon Pool and Patio provide both residential and commercial pool and spa service, equipment repairs, retail supplies and equipment, along with full pool renovations and remodeling. For more information on Horizon Pool & Patio, visit them at www.horizonpool.com or call (561) 790-0665. You can always visit their Wellington store located in the Wellington Plaza next to Ultima Fitness at 12785A W. Forest Hill Boulevard.