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Swimming pool owners are happy people. Have you ever wondered why? While it’s apparent that swimming pools create fun experiences and endless entertainment, there are actually studies that show why certain experiences or actions create happiness. Many of these experiences and actions are things that swimming pools can bring. Let’s take a look at seven science-backed ways a swimming pool can add more happiness to your life.

1. Exercise

Have you ever noticed that you often feel better, more relaxed and happier after exercising? Exercise releases endorphins that can improve your mood and give you a happy feeling. Swimming pools provide the perfect place to exercise, whether it’s swimming laps, water aerobics, water jogging, or even a game of volleyball in the pool.

2. Fresh Air

Getting plenty of clean, fresh air into your lungs is a good way to keep your brain functioning well. Plus, when outdoors, the sunlight provides vitamin D. Studies show that low levels of vitamin D can result in depression. By spending time outdoors by the pool, you reap the benefits of fresh air and vitamin D from sunlight, which will result in being both healthier and happier.

3. Smiling

Did you know that just the act of smiling can make you feel happier? Give it a try. Swimming pools create many smiles, whether from pool games, water sports or spending time with friends or family.

4. Relaxing

Relaxation reduces stress, which leads to happiness. It’s difficult to be happy when you have a lot of stress in your life. A swimming pool offers a quiet oasis away from day-to-day life, creating an opportunity to unwind and enjoy the outdoors and beautiful water of your pool. While at the pool, lay down on comfy cushions and play your favourite relaxing music and let the stressful events in your life fade away.

5. Accomplish Tasks

Have you ever noticed you feel better when you get things done? A sense of accomplishment can bring happiness. While at the pool, knock some items off your to-do list. Everything is more fun at the pool whether it’s studying, working on your computer, catching up on reading or even planning your child’s birthday party or an event.

6. Prepare

When you feel unprepared for something, it creates anxiety, which can prevent you from being happy. If you have something to prepare for like a seminar, presentation or exam, why not prepare for it by the pool? Again, you’ll have a lot more fun preparing when you’re doing so while relaxing beside your very own, gorgeous pool.

7. Build Relationships

Connecting with other people in a meaningful way is a key ingredient to happiness. A pool is a great place to bring people together. You can enjoy your family with a pool-side BBQ, invite friends over for a pool party, or spend some quality time with your spouse. It provides an escape away from busy restaurants and venues to really be able to connect.

With all the ways that pools can create happiness, why not make the plunge into pool ownership? You’ll find out first hand why pool owners are happy people. Contact Leisure Pools today on 1300 SPLASH and Get Swimming in Quality and Style.