Healthy Through Everyday Life – With Backstroke Swimming 

Backstroke swimming is considered the healthiest way to move in water – and for good reason: For decades, this swimming position has been recommended by doctors and orthopedic specialists to relieve and prevent physical complaints.

The horizontal body position in the water completely relieves the spine – similar to freestyle swimming. In particular, the intervertebral discs, which are often heavily stressed in everyday life, can relax and regenerate. 

One particular strength of backstroke swimming lies in the targeted strengthening of the posterior muscles, especially in the upper back area. These muscle groups are hardly activated as effectively by any other everyday movement – in contrast to the often overworked chest muscles. This helps to correct muscular imbalances, while tension in the neck and shoulder area can be alleviated or even prevented. 

Regular backstroke swimming not only helps to counterbalance one-sided everyday strain, but also actively contributes to improved posture, back health, and inner balance.