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On a scorching summer day, swimming is perhaps the best way to cool yourself down while keeping fit. 

As a full-body exercise, swimming not only brings us coolness, but also has many health benefits. It can strengthen the muscles of our body, improve cardiopulmonary function, and enhance joint flexibility. Swimming can also relieve stress, improve sleep, and boost self-confidence.

Here are a few recommended swimming pools in Shanghai. 

"Magnolia Bridge" Swimming Pool 

Address: No 701 Yaoti Road, Pudong New Area (near Gate 6)

Inside the Pudong Development Bank Oriental Sports Center

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The Pudong Development Bank Oriental Sports Center is a multi-purpose sports complex. 

The "Magnolia Bridge" Swimming Pool in the complex has a shallow area that is 0.9-1.2 meters deep, which is beginner-friendly. The deep area is 1.2-2 meters deep, which is suitable for swimming experts.

Pudong Swimming Pool

Address: No 3669 South Pudong Road, Pudong New Area

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The Pudong Swimming Pool is 50 meters long and 3 meters deep, with constant temperature throughout the year.

Star Gym Huangpu Branch Swimming Pool

Address: 5th Floor, Luwan Sports Center, No 135 West Jianguo Road, Huangpu district

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The Star Gym Huangpu Branch Swimming Pool has a floor area of over 5,000 square meters and boasts floor-to-ceiling windows on three sides, offering stunning panoramic views of the Luwan Sports Center soccer field.

Shanghai Swimming Pool

Address: No 1300 South Zhongshan Road Number Two, Xuhui district

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The Shanghai Swimming Pool is one of the oldest and most popular swimming pools in the city.

The facility has four pools, including a standard pool, a training pool, a diving pool, and a children's pool. Since its reopening in April 2023, the pool has become a popular venue for public swimming and professional training for young athletes.

Jing'an District Sports and Fitness Center Swimming Pool

Address: No 151 Kangding Road, Jing'an district

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The Jing'an District Sports and Fitness Center Swimming Pool is famous for its discounted price every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday morning, when you can have a refreshing dip for just 35 yuan ($4.8) for 1.5 hours. 

Changning Warm Water Swimming Pool

Address: No 1041 Yuyuan Road, Changning district

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The Changning Warm Water Swimming Pool was built in the 1960s. This facility features a 25×14 meter standard pool and a 9×4 meter children's pool. The water temperature in the pools is maintained at 26-28 C and is open to the public all year round. 

Hongkou Swimming School

Address: No 444 Dongjiangwan Road, Hongkou district

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Founded in 1973, the school covers a total area of 1,550 square meters. It consists of a 25×15 meter standard short course training pool, a 15×8 meter children's training pool, and a 6×6 meter infant training pool. It is a year-round facility with heated indoor swimming pools.

Jiangwan Swimming Pool

Address: No 346 Guohua Road, Yangpu district

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Built in the 1930s, the Jiangwan Swimming Pool was one of the three major comprehensive sports stadiums in the country at that time. 

Throughout the years, it has been renovated several times, and is still a good place for swimming and exercising. 

Reminder: 

Swimming is a refreshing and enjoyable activity, but it's crucial to prioritize safety. Here are a few points to remember before taking a dip:

- Warm up beforehand to help prevent muscle cramps and injuries.

- Avoid swimming in unfamiliar or dangerous bodies of water. Beginners should opt to swim in areas with lifeguards.

- Limit your time in direct sunlight to prevent sunburn and skin irritation. 

- Don't swim too much, as it may lead to fatigue or skin issues. 

- Do gentle stretches after swimming to ease muscle tension and soreness.

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