ld april may

Why Choose
Natural
Swimming
Pools?
Natural swimming pools are
exactly what they sound like: a
completely natural swimming
experience free of all chemicals
Swimming amongst naturally pure water is
undoubtedly a more desirable alternative to the
chlorinated surroundings of conventional pools.
Appreciating the sanctity of our own homes and
gardens has become more apparent as we
begin to emerge from the pandemic. Therefore,
introducing an element of water into our
designs has always proved itself as the best way
to channel the tranquillity and calmness every
garden should offer.
To combine our desire for water features and
our passion for nature, we have discovered the
magnificence of natural swimming pools.
Detached from the chemically enthused waters
of an everyday swimming experience, a natural
swimming pond not only provides an existential
connection with nature, but also a plethora of
physical and mental health benefits. Experts
have supported this in their findings that
“swimming in natural waters has been prized as
a therapy for many health problems for
centuries.” Some of these benefits include the
easing of muscle pain, reduction of
inflammation, improvement of circulation,
boosting of the immune system, promotion of
mindfulness, and a connection to nature.
Professor Michael Tipton has suggested that
even swimming throughout winter offers a
beneficial experience which will “increase heart
rate and give us that “alive” feeling” which in
turn releases endorphins and reduces stress.
swimming in natural waters provides a release
of her anxious thoughts, Lily suggests the ability
to make peace with the water and overcome
the negative thoughts has taught her to apply
this confident mindset to everyday situations.
What are Natural Swimming Pools?
Natural swimming pools combine the benefits
of swimming with the beauty of landscaped
ponds to promote a sense of well-being and
relaxation. Divided into two separate zones for
swimming and regeneration, a dividing wall is
integrated discreetly under the surface allowing
the water to be gently circulated between the
two areas. A dual filtration and pumping system
are used to create a pure water swimming
experience that remains unchallenged by its
chemical ladened counterparts. The
regeneration zone is the unique attribute of
natural swimming pools, consisting of wetland
plants which filter and absorb nutrients to rid
its beauty of algae and bacteria. In turn,
beneficial wildlife is encouraged to inhabit this
area and offer a natural solution to unwanted
pests such as mosquitoes.
A BBC documentary demonstrates the positive
impacts of wild swimming on mental health. At
a time in which around 1 in 5 adults suffer with
depression, the programme explains how wild
swimming has improved the well-being of
depression and anxiety sufferers such as
University student, Lily. Explaining how
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