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It's what all you clever waterbabies out there already know: swimming can be the ideal exercise for all ages.

 Who doesn't remember their first time in the ocean or pool? It evoked a sense of freedom, weightlessness, andabove all elseexhilaration and awe. Whether you're planning on splish-splashing away in a backyard pool or doing your best mermaid impression at the beach, there are plenty of reasons to make this activity a lifelong habit.

Besides being restorative and meditative, this ideal exercise* can be appropriate for all ages and abilities and helps build a sense of self-esteem and independenceespecially in young children. Looking for a fitness program that promotes flexibility, provides resistance training, and has cardiovascular benefits? Swimming offers all three. It utilizes all the major muscle groups, develops strength and endurance, and because of the benefits of buoyancy, swimming is one of the most injury-free sports there is.

But remember to always wear a sunscreen when you're outside: DHC White Sunscreen offers a great, lightweight matte texture, and DHC Dual Defense SPF 25 is rich and creamy for extra hydration. Swimming can really take a toll on your skin, so be sure to spoil yourself once you're resting on dry land. Sun, sand, chlorine, and salt water are extremely dehydrating, so after you've done your laps or frolicked in the waves, take the time to restore your complexion with DHC Olive Virgin Oil, rich in anti-aging antioxidants. And don't forget your stressed-out hairDHC Hair Treatment is enriched with collagen to strengthen, nourish, and moisturize.

*You should always consult your physician before beginning any exercise program.