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Iron Man Training with a Swim Spa

August 16, 2016

Category: Swim Spa

Iron Man training is no easy task and it takes a lot of time and commitment. In general, this type of training includes running, cycling and swimming. Many of those who are involved in this type of training are not able to commit to it full time. They have to fit their training in with their daily life of work, family, and social commitments. Having a swim spa on their own premises really helps with the swimming requirements and can even help with the cycling.

There is a second benefit to a swim spa, which is recovery time. Whether one is new or advanced in this type of training it always puts stress on the body as participants strive for higher levels of activity. The swim spa is perfect for helping to soothe the aches and pains as a result of this and helps them to heal faster.

Swim spas enable the swimmer to adjust the current, which helps build strength and endurance. Those that have had a swim spa installed usually set up a routine for implementing it into their regime. Some will go for their run first, then move to the swim spa activity. There are some that have even replaced their run exercise by doing it in the spa.

For those that participate in Iron Man competitions, they have to adjust to the water temperature, which is another great advantage of the swim spa. The temperature can be regulated to mimic the variations in water temperature that a ironman competitor may have to face.

There is the cost factor to consider as well. Many times, by having a swim spa in one’s own home, it can cut the costs down for having to pay for training facilities. It’s also a time saver, which often means more time can be dedicated to the workouts because there is no travel involved going back and forth to regular facilities.

The Iron Man workouts that can be done in the swim spa are on par with standard training and may even be better. The water allows for less stress on the muscles and joints, which helps to cut down on the time necessary for recovery. This, in turn, means the Iron Man trainer is not experiencing as much down time due to pain and discomfort often caused by standard workouts.

There certainly are a lot of benefits for the individual who has decided to have a swim spa installed at home. Also, it can be used by other family members for fun and relaxation, so there is no doubt that it will be put to good use.

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