Taking a dip in the pool this afternoon to cool off&nbsp;from the summer heat?&nbsp;Kill two birds with one stone and get your workout in, too. Here are a few reasons to take a swim today:
The ability to do more with less&nbsp;-&nbsp;When submerged in the pool, up to 90 percent of our body weight is supported by the water.
Increased muscle tone and strength&nbsp;-&nbsp;With each kick and stroke, you&rsquo;re essentially doing resistance training for every muscle group
Improved flexibility&nbsp;-&nbsp;It&rsquo;s easy on the joints and helps stretch out all your muscles and even your spine.
A healthier heart&nbsp;-&nbsp;Swimmingstrengthens the heart and helps it pump blood more efficiently.
Weight control&nbsp;-&nbsp;You can burn up to&nbsp;100 calories in 10 minutes.
Find more ways swimming makes you healthier here.