Ilana Weinstein - Aquatic Specialist

01/14/2026

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12/29/2025

We often think swimming is cardio for the body, but neuroscience has discovered that it's actually a potent medicine for the brain.

Unlike running or going to the gym, water has a physical "superpower" and is hydrostatic pressure. When submerged, the water pressure gently compresses the body’s blood vessels, pushing 14% more blood into the brain. It’s like an extra shot of oxygen and nutrients just when you need it most.

In addition, the repetitive rhythm of the arm and controlled breathing induce a state similar to deep meditation and release BDNF, a protein known as "brain fertilizer" that repairs neurons damaged by stress and improves memory.

It's not just exercise; it's a biological "reboot" that repairs stress as immersion calms the nervous system instantly.

Improve mood by releasing serotonin and endorphins faster than ground exercise.

Gives you mental clarity by increasing blood flow, clears cognitive "spider webs". If you feel blocked, maybe swimming is a good option.

Source: Journal of Physiology (Carter Study, 2014) and Harvard Medical School reports.. Educational content.

12/19/2025

WATSU GIFT CERTIFICATES available for the holidays!
Give your stressed out loved ones the gift of relaxation...60 or 90 minute sessions offered at a private warm pool, heated to 96F.
Imagine floating weightlessly while being stretched and massaged. Warm water, combined with freedom from gravity, allows your body to relax and unwind in a way that is not possible on land.
A chance to give a unique gift while avoiding the madness of holiday shopping!
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12/19/2025

TUINA MASSAGE GIFT CERTIFICATES available for the holidays!
Tuina is a manual therapy based on the principles of Chinese medicine. Give your stressed out loved ones the chance to relax and unwind with a treatment offered in the comfort of their own home.
Avoid the madness of holiday shopping!
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05/15/2025

It’s never too early (or too late) to start swimming! My youngest student was 2 weeks old 🐬☺️

10/14/2024

It’s never too late to learn to swim! 🐬❤️

A 100-year-old athlete is blowing the competition right out of the water.Betty Brussel holds multiple world records, and the centenarian swimmer is showing n...

05/12/2024

01/05/2024

An open-water world championship medalist and former pro triathlete makes a strong case that most new triathlete swimmers are being done a dangerous disservice.

12/18/2023

01/18/2023

Three retirees are working to give back to the pool they use so much by becoming certified as lifeguards at Saint John's Canada Games Aquatics Centre. They like to call themselves 'Greywatch.'