SWIMMING IN UNIVERSITIES IN THE SYSTEM OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION. THE INFLUENCE OF RECREATIONAL SWIMMING ON THE ORGANISM OF STUDENTS OF HIGHER EDUCATION

Abstract

When moving in water, almost all the muscles of the body work. Swimming promotes the development of endurance and coordination of movements. This is a successful means of strengthening the cardiovascular and respiratory systems. The practical value of swimming is also great. Every person should be able to swim long distances and provide assistance to someone in distress on the water. It is no coincidence that even in ancient times, swimming was one of the main signs of culture. Swimming is a sport that involves swimming over different distances in the least amount of time. Swimming is considered one of the disciplines of physical education at a university and is included in the educational program of many universities; it is a mandatory section in mass sports work and sports and recreational activities for students. Moreover, swimming as a sport is most appropriate for any age. During the classes, students will easily master the technique of sports swimming methods and will be able to take part in various competitions. To a greater extent, this will be explained by age-related anatomical and physiological characteristics, which can be best expressed in special conditions of the aquatic environment. And for this reason, it allows students to quickly master the technique of sports swimming methods. The physiological and psychological characteristics of the body of boys and girls also significantly favor the successful use of swimming in physical education classes at a university. It is difficult to overestimate the importance of swimming as one of the popular and widespread types of sports for students. Swimming lessons are available and useful for students. For this reason, regular visits to the pool and certain systematic water procedures will instill lasting hygienic skills, gradually becoming a need and a habit. Swimming is considered an amazing form of physical exercise - it will have a healing and strengthening effect on all systems of the individual’s body. It will serve as a good means of relaxation and hardening. When swimming, the mechanism of thermoregulation will be improved, immunological properties will increase, and adaptation to various environmental conditions will increase.