Just because the cold weather is rolling in and the leaves are dropping doesn't mean you have to stop swimming this fall. Your swimming pool is an all one source for great exercise, good times, and relaxation. And you shouldn't have to give that up just because the seasons change.
Swimming in the fall comes with a few surprising health benefits, as well as perks for your wallet. So if that sounds better than closing up the pool and missing out, then keep reading.
In this post, you'll learn why swimming this fall is a great way to keep fit, and how you can stay comfortable and save money at the same time.
7 Reasons To Keep Swimming This Fall
1.) One of the best ways to get a full-body workout
In most cases, if you want to get a full-body workout, then you have to spend a good amount of time at the gym. That, or come up with a complex at-home workout that includes everything from running and jumping jacks, to pushups and sit-ups.
And quite frankly, doing any of those things is a great choice for your health. But if you want to make life easier for yourself, and save some time, then consider adding a few pool days to your workout regimen.
Swimming is proven to be one of the most effective ways to work nearly every muscle in your body. With just a couple of laps and a few different strokes, you can tone your arms and legs, strengthen your core, and improve your cardiovascular health.
But if that wasn't enough, there's also the added benefit of swimming being a low impact exercise. Unlike running, swimming helps you avoid wear and tear on your knees by keeping your body weight off of them. So you still get to tone and strengthen your muscles, but without the soreness, which makes it a great option for people with arthritis or recovering injuries.
And guess what, the health benefits don't stop there...
2.) Improves your performance in other physical activities
As you know, swimming can work nearly all of the same muscles as gym workouts. But there's another added benefit to this.
When you swim, you target those same muscles in ways that are totally different from how you would with weights or equipment. Because of this, your secondary muscles, which are the muscles that assist primary muscles like your legs and arms, become engaged too.
So the more you swim, the more you'll develop and strengthen those muscles. And as you do, you'll notice your performance improves in other areas too, like the gym.
This is also one of the best ways to keep your muscles "confused". It prevents them from getting too comfortable with certain routines and instead keeps them challenged, which leads to much greater results all around.
3.) Keeping your pool warm is easy and affordable
If you've never used a pool heater during the fall or winter, then you may think that keeping your pool heated would cost an arm and a leg.
But in reality, it's really just a matter of how you choose to do it.
For example, if you chose to heat your swimming pool with a gas heater during the colder months, then you'd easily be spending anywhere from $200-400 per month just to do so. And sure, it'd definitely keep your pool warm throughout, but that's no small fee.
But what if there was a way to get nearly the same results, at 75% less of the cost? Well, there is.
Pool heat pumps harvest natural heat and use a small amount of electricity to transfer that heat to your pool. Their energy efficiency makes them substantially more affordable to run than gas heaters, with operation costs as low as $50 per month. And since they work in outdoor temperatures down to 40 degrees (30 degrees with the Oasis Platinum), they power through right up until the snow starts falling.
Of course, if you live in the south or out west, then pool heat pumps are a year-round solution for extending your swim season and keeping your water comfortable. So if you ever want to swim at night, or even on a chilly autumn morning, it's as simple as pressing a button.
4.) Entertainment with no lines, and no crowds
Sure, you could always go to a theme park or the movies during this time of year. But all of that either costs money or a whole lot of time. And while that's totally fine on occasions, it's not the most practical solution for having fun if you plan to do it often.
So if it's the entertainment you want, why not head to the only place without lines and crowds? A place that you can enjoy on your time, whenever you please, without having to do anything more than throw on a swimsuit and hop in.
Your swimming pool -- the best place to get active and let loose, without having to leave the house or spend money.
And while we're on the topic of entertainment, let's talk about how great a destination your backyard pool is for one of the most entertaining celebrations of all...
5.) It's the only time to throw an amazing Halloween Pool Party
There's only one time of year that you can throw a proper Halloween Party, and that's during the fall.
It's the perfect opportunity to gather up family and friends, enjoy a few games, listen to spooky tunes, and feast on festive snacks and treats. All while you spend the day lounging around by the pool.
So if you're swimming this fall, and need some inspiration for Halloween pool party food, games, decorations, and more, then check out this post: 11 Cheap Halloween Pool Party Ideas
6.) You'll spend way less on pool chemicals
It's a fact that most pool owners spend the most on chemicals during the spring and summer months when it's warmest. And this is because the heat causes the water in your pool to evaporate faster, which affects the chemical balance.
At the same time, as sunlight beams down into your water, it accelerates how fast chlorine breaks down, which shortens its lifespan. And the less effective your chlorine is, the more of it you'll need.
On the other hand, during the fall, temperatures drop, and the sunlight is less intense. Because of that, your water doesn't evaporate as much, and chemical levels become more stable, helping them last longer.
So if there's any time of the year where we could say it'd be the most affordable to swim, it'd been during the fall.
Of course, if you want to avoid overspending on chemicals like chlorine from this point on, then a saltwater chlorine generator might be good for you. Salt chlorine generators use pool salt to produce natural chlorine, and cost about 70% less per year than using traditional chlorine products. And best of all, they automatically add chlorine to your pool, which saves you a bunch of time and worrying.
Related: 7 Huge Benefits of Salt Chlorine Generators
7.) No better time to upgrade your pool landscaping
What do most homeowners end up having to do come the Fall?
If you live anywhere near trees, then odds are you're going to be doing a whole bunch of raking to keep your yard clean. And while you're at it, you might also decide to clean up the rest of the yard too.
So since you're already putting all that energy into tidying up the yard, why not double your results and use that time to spruce up your pool landscaping?
And no, we're not talking big, elaborate, thousand-dollar projects and remodels. But rather small, budget-friendly, and simple DIY upgrades. Upgrades that can be done in a day or so, at a low cost, but make a huge difference in the appearance and aesthetics of your swimming pool.
And guess what, we have a whole entire post about pool landscaping ideas for you to draw inspiration from: 11 Cheap and Simple Pool Landscaping Ideas
Are you ready to keep swimming this fall? If so, check out these posts for more tips:
11 Ways To Reduce Pool Energy Use By Up To 50%
4 BIG Reasons To Service Your Pool Equipment Each Year
21 Pool Maintenance Mistakes That Are Wasting Your Time and Money
