Biliyana Rangelova
Sofia University
https://doi.org/10.53656/voc21-5.8pod
Abstract. Swimming is considered one of the prophylactic sports because it offers special conditions: the horizontal position of the body, through the maintenance position of high pressure, are demanding over the respiratory action. During swimming, water puts pressure on the body and this way causes the lungs and heart to make more attempts to maintain normal parameters, which improves the respiratory and cardiovascular systems. The article examines the development of the chest circumference of students engaged in swimming during their studies. The analysis aim is to prove the benefits of swimming for the development of the chest.
Keywords: swimming; benefits; students; chest development; respiratory; cardiovascular systems
