Great packet of information about pool water treatment
Pool Treatment 101: Introduction To Chlorine Sanitizing
Mastering the knack of maintaining a healthy pool is not difficult with the right information and a little diligence. The proper use of chlorine is a key step to keep your pool healthy.
For general pool treatment, chlorine has three essential characteristics:
1. It acts as a rapid and persistent sanitizer,
2. It is an effective algaecide, and
3. It is a strong oxidizer of undesired contaminants.
ADA May Force Commercial Swimming Pool Closures
ADA May Force Pool Closures
Owners and operators of public pools are weighing tough options.
They can install an access method, such as a mechanical lift, on every pool they operate, close the pool voluntarily or face governmental investigation and possible legal threats.
Walking in your swimming pool is twice as healthy
Water Walking for Fast Fitness
There's good reason why walking is one of the most recommended forms of exercise. It's an easy, safe and effective way to increase aerobic fitness, endurance and muscle strength, one that requires no equipment and can be done almost anywhere ... including the backyard pool.
In fact, walking in the water may be more effective than a similar trek on land. All factors being equal, walking one mile in the water provides a workout similar to walking two miles on land, burning up to twice the calories in the same amount of time. And the body's buoyancy in water reduces impact on joints and provides a lower risk of injury.
Swimming has significant benefits for older adults
Swimming improves vascular function, BP in older adults
HealthDay News -- Regular swimming improved blood pressure (BP) and vascular function in older adults with early hypertension, study data indicate.
"Swimming exercise elicits hypotensive effects and improvements in vascular function in previously sedentary older adults," Nantinee Nualim, PhD, of the University of Texas in Austin, and colleagues reported in the April 1 issue of the American Journal of Cardiology.
Swimming is thought to be an ideal exercise for older adults due to the minimal weight-bearing stress and decreased heat load associated with the activity. But little data is available on potential vascular risks.
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The why and how of shocking a swimming pool.
Shock Treatment:
The why & how of superchlorination
How's this for a bit of misinformation: "Every once in a while, you've got to shock the pool water by adding an extra-large amount of chlorine to get rid of algae and other contaminants that might otherwise be left to grow."
This is an actual bit of advice that was overheard being given to a pool owner by the counterperson at a home-supply store that happened to sell pool chemicals — and as advice goes, it's dead wrong!
True, you do have to periodically shock pool or spa water. And true, it is often done with chlorine — although "an extra-large amount" is not really an accurate guideline to be followed.
But the reason given for shocking is the most inaccurate portiion of a generally inaccurate statement. Shocking the water may, indeed, help prevent the spread of algae, but the true purpose of this periodic treatment is to rid the water of organic compounds that irritate swimmers and bathers and tie up chlorine to prevent it from performing its task as a sanitizer.
Adult swimming lessons prove it's never too late to learn to swim
Swimmunity™ features the benefits of swimming, help finding a swim lesson provider, water safety resources and other useful swimming information for the beginner. By providing interactive community functionality, the site will allow potential new swimmers to ask questions and seek support from others as they begin their swim lesson journey. The site stresses the importance of water safety, because even strong swimmers can get into trouble and drown. Swim lessons alone aren't enough; lessons plus comprehensive water safety knowledge is they key to preventing drownings.
The importance of showering BEFORE you enter any swimming pool
Teach Your Children Well: Shower before Swimming
You are heading off to your community pool. The mental check list goes...
Sunscreen? Yes.
Bathing suit? Of course.
Shower? Probably not.
Although the "shower before you swim" rule is consistently posted at community pools, a new University of Michigan report shows parents of young children do not appreciate the role showering plays in keeping swimming pools safe for the community (see video). Whereas 64 percent of parents understand it is very important for children to avoid swallowing pool water, only 26 percent believe it very important to shower before swimming. This study highlights the need to educate parents on swimmer hygiene.
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The importance of keeping your swimming pool's water balanced
What Can Water Balancers Do For Your Pool?
Your swimming pool's water is constantly changing. Everything affects the water balance of your pool, from the oil on your skin to the weather. It is important to keep the pool chemicals in your water balanced, both for the health of your pool and for your family's health.
Chlorine, your pool filter and an automatic pool cleaner are simply not enough to keep your water clean and balanced. All pool chemicals must be in the correct ranges in order to have a balanced pool. For example, your swimming pool needs to have the correct levels of total alkalinity, calcium hardness and pH in it.
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The top ten pool floats for the swimming pool season
Top 10 Pool Floats, Lounges and Inflatables
Make the most of your swimming season with the Top 10 pool floats, lounges, and inflatables! Adults and kids alike love to relax in the pool on floating mattresses or get some fitness time in tossing around a beach ball. Tow around your beverages in the latest floating coolers, or play on inflatable animals and water wheels. Here are the Top 10 must have pool floats, lounges and inflatables for the most floatable fun:
Important things to know about fences in your landscape design or pool design
Rules for Fences for Private Pools
With the joy of owning a swimming pool comes the responsibility of enclosing it to prevent children and pets from accidentally gaining access. There are no federal laws governing swimming pool fences, but many states and communities have building codes establish their own regulations. Many fencing requirements are common throughout American neighborhoods, but check your local building code to be sure your fence meets all the requirements for a safe and happy swimming season.
