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How To Choose The Right Pool For Your Property

You’ve decided to take the plunge (pun intended) and add a backyard pool to your home.  A pool is a sound investment that means summer fun for years to come.  Litehouse Pools & Spas knows that choosing the right type of pool for your property is imperative to maximize space, budget and features. Physical Area And Size Determining the type and size of your new pool depends heavily on the size of your property.  If you have a small backyard, consider an above ground swimming pool to maximize your space. Above ground pools are generally smaller than inground varieties and can leave space for a lounge area or play set on a smaller property. Inground swimming pools vary greatly in size, and while you won’t want your pool to completely consume your yard, choose something large enough for your family to enjoy. Match Your Property You’ll want the design of your pool to…

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SWIMMING: HOW IT CAN IMPROVE YOUR QUALITY OF LIFE

While all exercise can produce greater health and longevity, studies point to swimming as one of the best choices for doing so. Here are just a few of the many reasons why: Counts As Both Cardio and Strength Training With Low Impact: While swimming, if you aren’t moving constantly, you’re sinking. (Forced cardio!) Plus, water is about 800 times denser than air, so your muscles are under constant resistance. Low impact means swimming is a great workout for injured athletes, who need to take it easy on their joints, but it may also mean more results. Swimming allows you to workout at higher intensities and keep you going even on those tough days. Improves Muscle Definition and Strength: Swimmers gain muscle strength throughout the entire body. Where runners see muscle build in their legs, swimmers utilize more muscle groups to move through the water. While the legs kick, the arms…

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A RECIPE FOR A SCRUMPTIOUS DAY – HOT TUB REQUIRED

Any foodie worth their weight in truffles follows a recipe. This wisdom weaves its way through many aspects of life. Have you been yearning to discover a recipe to cook up a spectacular day? It’s time to check life’s pantry to inventory your ingredients. Let’s create an inspired, progressive and delicious day worthy of a Michelin star. Who’s hungry? Chef Curtis Stone says, “If you use quality ingredients, you don’t need anything fancy to make food delicious.” The same holds true about creating a healthy and productive daily routine. Identifying the key ingredients takes some level of practice and discovery. Each day provides a chance at zeroing in on that coveted list. Here are the high-quality ingredients that earn a permanent place on the list: 1. Start or end your day in a hot tub Build your day upon a relaxed foundation. Enjoy the benefits of lower stress, improved circulation…

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