Should I Buy an Inground or an Above Ground Pool?
Getting a new swimming pool is a huge deal requiring careful planning and exploration. Given that you can roll years of vacation travel and expense into one backyard “stay-cation” that can pay dividends year in and year out, your decision to buy a pool is actually an investment decision. Like any investment, you should consider […]
Read MoreAsk the General: Can Dogs Swim in Pools?
Ask the General: Can Dogs Swim in Pools? Dear General; We are getting a new pool! Our kids are pretty excited about it. So is Harvey, our yellow lab. He loves to swim. However, several friends have told us we shouldn’t allow dogs in the pool. What’s your advice? Can dogs swim in pools? Do we […]
Read MoreSwimming Pool Myths and Facts
Question: Which of the following is true? A. You must wait an hour after eating to swim. B. Chlorine turns your hair green. C. Swimming pools take a lot of time and money to maintain. D. People who own pools don’t really use them. E. None of the above. The correct answer is E. None […]
Read MoreHow Much Does an Inground Pool Cost?
Thinking about inground pools and how amazing it would be to have one? If so, you’re probably wondering, “How much do inground pools even cost?” Perhaps you’ve done a bit of research, but you’re finding that your search results are yielding a pretty wide range of costs, which can be frustrating. Why can’t you find […]
Read More10 Water Exercises You Can Do in Your Fiberglass Pool
Enjoy the Health Benefits of Swimming in Your Own Backyard! An inground pool is a lovely addition to one’s home and is a great place to host gatherings for family and friends. Pools allow the family to get out of the house and still escape the intense summer heat. But your fiberglass pool can be […]
Read More43 Interesting Things About the Pool Lifestyle
Once you’ve joined the club of swimming pool owners, certain truths about pool lifestyle become self-evident. Over my years as a member of this backyard-living, pool-owning club, these things have proven themselves to be true over and over again. Whether you currently own a fiberglass pool or you’re ready to take the plunge with a […]
Read MoreChronic Pain? Try Water Exercise for Pain Relief
Have you heard of Pool Pain? Rarely! See how low-impact pool exercises relieve joint pain If you bend down to tie your shoes and find yourself thinking, “What else can I do while I’m down here?” you may be dealing with chronic pain. Chronic pain can really cramp your style. Little things that used to […]
Read More5 Things You Should Consider When Buying Beach Entry Fiberglass Pools
Beach entry fiberglass pools are the epitome of many of the unique design trends taking the fiberglass pool world by storm (Patent US 10,472,839). These hot fiberglass pool designs are both luxurious and versatile and are the perfect addition to almost any backyard. Having said that, there are some things you should be aware of […]
Read MoreSwimming for Summer Weight Loss
Get in Shape with a Thursday Pool: Swimming for Weight Loss While running and biking can be great ways to lose pounds, the summer weather provides obstacles, often in the form of intense heat, that can be too strenuous (and dangerous) if you’re not properly equipped, stretched and hydrated. Swimming exercises are an excellent alternative […]
Read MoreThe Best Thursday Pools Designs for Exercising in Your Pool
Enjoy every aspect of your new fiberglass pool–including the health benefits of swimming! The fiberglass pool lifestyle is … what’s the word we’re looking for? Oh yes. Spectacular. With a fiberglass inground pool, there are marvelous parties to be thrown, plenty of reasons to unplug and spend time with the family and loads of excuses […]
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