Health & Fitness

Reading about recreational water illnesses can be somewhat unsettling, even if you have a private pool. After writing four posts in a row about those discouraging prospects (see Parts 1, 2, 3 & 4), we decided to share some encouraging news with you. Contrary to popular belief, head lice, MRSA staph infections, and pinworm infestations […]

While swimming has many great health advantages, including those for the heart, muscles, lungs, joints, and even the mind and emotions, you might not be aware that it might also have a few health risks. RWIs, or recreational water illnesses, can be brought on by a number of bacteria found in water, by an imbalance […]

Skin disorders, respiratory ailments, and diarrheal illnesses are only a few of the several types of recreational water illnesses (see Parts 1 & 2). Ear infections are included in the group of RWIs that are frequently brought on by a concoction of pollutants and chemicals found in pool water. Otitis externa is the medical term […]

There are other hazards to your skin linked with swimming pool use in addition to what we’ve dubbed “swimmer’s skin.” Utilizing a public pool carries a lot more danger than using your own private pool, such as being exposed to RWIs (Recreational Water Illnesses); see Part 1. However, by being aware of them, you as […]

Recreational water illnesses, or RWIs, can take many different forms. The most frequent are respiratory infections, but diarrheal disorders can sometimes be very dangerous. Understanding the causes and concerns connected to pool water can assist swimming pool owners in making sure their own pools provide a healthy environment for themselves as well as for family […]

It’s time to fix your pool water’s problem, now that you know what might be causing your hazy water (see Part 1). It’s also time to implement a strategy to help stop cloudy pool water from happening again. We’ll take a look at each of the three fundamental approaches to solving the problem. Apply a […]

There are various solutions for foggy, hazy pool water. Water that is unclear might actually have a variety of causes. So, first, let’s take a look at three potential causes of your pool’s occasional cloudiness and then examine three solutions to clean it out. It’s quite simple! Environmental Elements The surroundings of your pool may […]

Natural hot springs have long been valued for their healing and restorative, if not altogether miraculous and age-defying, properties by cultures as diverse as Ancient Greece, contemporary Japan, and even Native American culture. These naturally purifying and calming hot mineral springs, which are self-sustaining, receive their heat from the earth’s core. While taking a trip […]

Having your own home swimming pool provides endless opportunities for enjoyment! However, if you do not maintain your swimming pool, your enjoyment will be short-lived. Poor pool management practices can not only shorten the life of your pool, but they can also make each swim less enjoyable and potentially cause irritation or illness. As a […]

After reading about the negative effects of chloramines, we’re guessing you’re wondering how to get rid of them. This is kind of a good news/bad news scenario. The bad news is that if you notice signs of chloramines in a public pool, there’s probably not much you can do. But if you have your own […]

If you don’t yet have your own backyard swimming pool, we’ll give you fair warning: after reading this post, you’ll probably be even more convinced that you should get one. And if you already have one, then you’ll feel even better about it — and be better equipped to keep your family and friends from […]