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33 | Four Seasons Hemet Herald | DECEMBER 2014 | Two men, Gary Lewis and Dennis Bovee, both residents won medals in the Oldlympics this year in swimming. Both men have suffered health issues — Gary with strokes, and Dennis in a severe car accident just a year ago that almost took his life. They have battled back, and swimming is their common denominator. Swimming is great exercise for all kinds of people, no matter what your ability (check with your doctor first before starting any exercise program). It's an all-body workout. You have to use all the muscles in your body otherwise you will get easily tired. It also works your body motor coordination making you more agile and flexible. It is a low-impact sport. When you are in the water, the water supports your weight, and it is gentle on your joints and bones. This is why "fragile" people are recommended to swim (pregnant women, elderly, etc.). It improves your fitness and cardiovascular activity. When swimming, you are doing an aerobic activity and this stimulates your heart and therefore improves your endurance. It helps you lose weight. You can burn 500 calories in an hour of swimming! It improves your posture. Swimming tones your muscles and gives you a svelte stance. It also reduces stress. Swimming gives you the energy you need to carry on with your day, and makes you feel better. If you don't feel you are a good enough swimmer, try our Aqua Aerobics Class, led by our own certified instructor Shannon Ramsey (see schedule and fees). TWo RESiDENTS BEAT ADvERSiTY To WiN MEDALS iN oLDLYMPiCS

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