Summer is here and that means it’s time for vacations, graduation parties, backyard BBQ’s, and fun. Warmer weather means that more people take time out of their busy lives to take a much-needed break. If you love entertaining and playing…
Swimming is known to be one of the best forms of exercise for all different types of people. It is low stress on your joints, but still works to tone your muscles and build your endurance. Many different athletes train…
Have you been thinking about installing something in your backyard this summer that will allow you to swim? Not sure if you have the right space? Maybe you should consider a swim spa! If you’ve never heard of a swim…
Drowning only takes minutes to leave someone with permanent damage. Children can drown in any amount of water, whether it be an entire pool or just a couple of inches. Many people worry a lot about pool safety, but they…
Swim spas are slowly taking over as a popular addition to homes across America. Hot tubs and other swimming units have been popular for years due to the many benefits they provide; from exercise to relaxation. Swim spas offer the…
You finally decided to do something for yourself; something you’ve wanted to do for a long time. You finally purchased a swim spa. A swim spa is a wonderful addition to your home and an excellent way to get more…
Rehabbing from an injury can take the wind out of your sails. Especially if you are in training for an event. But by staying active in other areas, you can stay on top of your training without losing too much…
Do you or some you love suffer from asthma? Asthma is a chronic respiratory disease that can make breathing difficult. Symptoms include: Coughing Wheezing Shortness of breath Chest tightness Decreased ability to speak (sometimes) Asthma affects millions of people and…
Aqua exercise is known to be a great method to get and stay fit. Aquatic exercise allows your body to experience more resistance than air, as much as 12 times states an article from the Cleveland Clinic. That resistance can augment the output of your workouts and increase muscle strength. Also, the Aquatic Exercise Association reports that one may burn between 400 to 500 calories in an hour exercise session.
A swim spa in your home can be useful in many ways, but the energy costs of maintaining it can be a little high for some folks depending on differences in electricity prices across the country. So, how can one avoid large utility bills throughout the year, while still owning a swim spa?
Listed below are a few tips for conserving energy costs on your swim spa, based on information from the EnergyIdeas Clearinghouse.