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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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How To Build An Eye-Catching Pool

Swimming pool design ideas are endless, and the sheer number of choices can be both exciting and overwhelming. During the design and building process, Litehouse Pools & Spas can help you choose the type, shape and size of your pool, along with your desired depth and any added features. Consider these design ideas to make the process easier. Lounge Area Adding a lounge area to your pool is a great way to relax and socialize, enjoy a cold drink or get some poolside reading in. Whether it’s a ledge, individual built-in stools or in-water pool furniture, you won’t regret adding this design element. Combining the lounge area with your patio makes an excellent spot for a patio set and grill. Lighting You won’t just use your Litehouse pool during the day, so lighting your pool area properly is vital for safety and increasing its appeal. Adding lighting in and around the pool…

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Throwing the Perfect Pool Party for Children

A pool party is the perfect way to get your children and their friends together for some fun in the sun. Whether it’s a birthday party or an end-of-the-school-year bash, a pool party gives kids something to do and helps everyone cool off during the warmer months. At Litehouse Pools & Spas, we can help get your backyard ready for your next summer bash. Planning the Event Start by getting the children to make out the guest list. Choose beach-themed invitations or those with a fun summer theme. Chances are the kids won’t spend all their time in the water, so be sure to have a few activities in the grass or in the shade for those who want to rest. Consider a table full of water guns or a balloon toss. Decorate the Area Turn your backyard patio into a tropical oasis with colorful decor. Add balloons or inflatable…

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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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GET FIT IN THE POOL WITHOUT SWIMMING A SINGLE LAP

Swimming is an amazing way to burn calories and tone your muscles. Doing laps can burn anywhere from 540 to more than 700 calories per hour — more than going for a run! But swimming isn’t the only way to use your pool to get fit. Use the natural resistance of water to add variety to your routine by incorporating these calorie-burning exercises into your repertoire. Do as many reps as you can of each exercise before moving on to the next. Repeat the circuits and increase the repetitions as your fitness level grows. K-Treads Tread water while making circles with cupped hands. Lift your right leg to hip-level while stretching the left leg to the bottom of the pool and holding the position for five seconds. Switch legs using fast motions to alternate sides. Jumping Jacks This move is particularly effective in the water because you have to push…

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