Video: Swimming might be the best workout you're not doing

Swimming might be the best workout you're not doing

• Diving in is one of the best stress reducers. All exercise is anti-stress. Swimming seems to provide an extra level of calm.
• It packs a bonus for your muscles. Water is 800 times denser than air. Get cardio and resistance in one workout.
• It's perfect for cross-training. Low-impact means less wear and tear on your joints.
• Swim teams are social. And they're not just for kids. Get coaching and camaraderie in a "Masters" swim club.
• Swimming is the great equalizer. Young or old, athletic or just starting out, there's a swim workout for every body.

Guidance from the sports medicine experts at Mayo Clinic.