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How to Stay Fit in Your Backyard

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If you want to stay in shape, you might think that you need to pay for an expensive gym membership. But there are plenty of ways that you can put your backyard space to good use. Let’s look at some of the ways that you can do this.   Use Resistance Training If you are looking for a good way to increase your strength, you might want to try some resistance training. This will be using your body’s weight.  Because of this, you won’t need any equipment, just some space to move. There are plenty of resistance exercises that you can try. For example, you can do things like pushups or sit-ups. There are plenty of videos that will take you through the routine that you should be following.  Yoga Another exercise that you can do is yoga. This is a highly relaxing activity, which is very low impact. Plus, it doesn’t take a lot of equipment. All you need is a yoga mat and some earbuds. If you prefer, you might want to take the time to meditate. This will allow you to take care of bot...

4 Things You Can Do with Your Pool During Winter

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Maybe you’ve always wanted a pool but worry that you’re wasting money on something that you can’t use all year round. You may have even picked one of the best Penrith pool builders to make your pool dreams a reality. The good news is that there are things that you can do with your pool even during those colder months, so you can start looking at leading concrete pool companies in Penrith today. 1. Go for a Cold Plunge There are people who actually enjoy jumping into freezing water. Some say there are health benefits to this, but there’s no definitive proof that this is actually the case. These benefits include an increase in circulation, giving you more energy, and could potentially help with chronic conditions like rheumatism. Still, if this is something that you enjoy you can definitely keep your pool open all year round. You just have to talk to a pool professional to give you tips on how you can keep your pool open all year to enjoy this cold plunge. There’s just something thrilli...

Top Tips for maintaining a healthy pool

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In warmer climates like Australia’s, there is no argument that a swimming pool is a valuable addition to any property. Very few people would argue further that, unless a pool is in first class condition, it very quickly becomes a millstone around the neck. Keeping a pool healthy and sparkling is something every homeowner can do. As long as you’re willing to put in the effort, it’s really not that difficult. In normal circumstances there are a few basic tasks that you need to attend to on a regular basis and one or two more that are needed on occasions such as after a storm or high winds or the like. At Outback Pools, one of the leading concrete pool companies in Penrith , we pride ourselves on training all our pool customers to keep their pools in tip top shape. Here are a couple of the top tips: 1. Skimming   Starting with the easiest of the tasks; the skimmer is a rectangular recess in the wall of the pool. Larger pools may have two or more skimmers. The skimmer recess is positio...

Building your Custom Dream Pool Has Never Been Easier

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If you have decided to take the plunge and get a new pool built and  installed, it can be difficult deciding what type of pool is best for you. With so many options to consider, it can often be overwhelming. But with Outback Pools, they can guide you through the process to create the pool of your dreams customised to suit your backyard. Why Choose a Concrete Pool Over an Alternative? There are many reasons why someone may choose a concrete pool over an alternative option such as fiberglass. One of the main advantages to concrete pools is the flexibility in design that they provide. A concrete pool builder from Outback Pools can personalise your backyard pool to your own tastes, giving you the ability to choose from various shapes, floor tiles, designs and so much more. Similarly, concrete pools can be designed to fit your backyard no matter its shape or size.  This is often impossible with fibreglass pools as they are pre-made modules, meaning they must be delivered and inst...

Concrete Pools – Adding Luxury and Value to Your Home

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If you’re looking to start adding value to your home by giving it a new luxury look and feel, then consider putting in a concrete pool. Concrete pools are known to be huge draw factors for adults and families alike and can turn your backyard into something special. Swimming pool ownership in Australia is up to 13 percent, a number that continues to rise in the country. What this means for you is that if you own a home and add a pool as a luxury, you’re bound to see the value of your property go up.   At Outback Pools, we specialise in concrete pools and have serviced a large number of clients in the Western Sydney area. We operate mainly by word of mouth as a family-run business, but have been growing from strength to strength, adding both luxury and value to every home by giving them a fantastic pool. If you’re in the market for the best concrete pool builder Western Sydney has to offer, then look no further!  Value of a Pool Putting aside the monetary value for now, having ...

Backyard Ideas to Compliment Your Stunning New Pool Area

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 With Summer already here and the heat beating down on you and your garden, why not make your backyard area something fantastic? It’s the perfect way to compliment your new pool and pool area, creating an inviting section of your yard that nobody will have experienced before. After you’ve had Outback Pools Penrith , your family-run pool builders install your latest concrete oasis, let us help you turn your backyard into something even more special. Check out some of these top ideas that you can do to make people take notice of your pool area.  Adding the Right Stuff to Your Pool Area There’s nothing quite like adding a load of beauty to your new outdoor pool setting, especially one that can add value to your household. Depending on what you’re looking for, you can add extras to your pool, surround it with rocks, gardens, flowers, and everything else. Pool Extras One of the more interesting things that you can do to compliment your pool as well as the pool area, is add in some ...

Health Benefits of Having Your Own Concrete Swimming Pool

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Having your own pool isn’t just something to do to stay cool during the hot months of summer anymore. Being able to have your own concrete swimming pool in your garden or yard can give you numerous benefits, many of which aren’t even thought about today. Does it matter what kind of pool it is? Definitely. Firstly there are some fantastic concrete swimming pool designs out there, many of which, Outback Pools will be able to provide. Following that, a concrete pool gives you a certain ambiance that you wouldn’t necessarily get with any other pool, and as a result, gives you better water quality with less chemical, lasting far longer than other pools.  The Benefits of Having Your Own Pool Pools are a fantastic way for the whole family to enjoy their time outdoors together. Swimming pools are fantastic for exercise and great for weight loss while giving you a great core workout, boosting heart health for everyone in the family, no matter the age. They have also been known to alleviate...