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Shower Before You Swim

It’s likely that you’ve seen signs at community pools, health clubs and hotels that ask you to shower before you swim in the pool. Chances are, most people don’t do it – it seems counter-intuitive. After all, you’re jumping into the water. But have you ever wondered why they suggest it?

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New Pool

You Want A Swimming Pool?

There’s something timeless about the dream of having a pool that glimmering blue escape just steps from your back door. It’s more than water and tile; it’s laughter echoing on warm afternoons, the smell of summer in the air, and the joy of knowing your backyard has become the favorite gathering place. For many homeowners, the thought lingers as a “someday” goal, often postponed by practical questions about cost, care, or climate. Yet those who take the plunge quickly realize that a pool isn’t just an addition to the home, it’s an upgrade to their entire way of living.

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Recreational Water Illness

Recreational Water Illness

Do you recall the summer of 1975? Maybe not, however, I bet you do remember that Jaws had beachgoers heeding the advice of the movie’s tagline, “Don’t go in the water”. Those five words kept millions of Americans out of the water. Now, in 2018, some experts fear that a rapid increase of recreational water illness (RWI) may in fact, do the same thing. Unfortunately, many kids and adults alike don’t get enough regular exercise. Anything that could hinder exercising, including swimming, may do more harm than good. Continue Reading

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