Imagine being in Papua New Guinea. With its rich culture, pleasing climate, premium resorts and blue waters; you will surely have a vacation that you won’t forget!  Be sure that you know how to dive because the real beauty of PNG lies underwater. Its coral reefs, abundant marine life and historical wrecks will take you to paradise!

Diving in PNG, aside from being an enjoyable and relaxing hobby, can also be a part of your fitness regime. Yes, diving is also an effective way to improve and maintain your overall health! Here are some of the health benefits of diving:

Physical Fitness

Diving is a good exercise that help you reduce excess weight. In a research conducted by Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI), an average shore-dive in temperate water burns as much as 600 calories per hour — the same as jogging. Meanwhile, a dive day in the tropics, with three dives a day can burn up to 900 calories. Plus, dive preparation activities such as lifting tanks, carrying weight belts and walking with equipment help strengthen the back, leg and arm muscles. Regular divers in Papua New Guinea can attest that diving aids in increasing muscle mass and reducing body fat.

Respiratory System

Diving urges people to practice controlled and deep breathing. This benefits the respiratory system in different ways such as reducing the risk of lung expansion, increasing lung capacity, strengthening respiratory organs and optimizing air consumption. It’s a natural therapy for the lungs and effectively reduces the mucus buildup of people with existing medical conditions like asthma.

Cardiovascular System

Diving also increases the oxygen intake and stimulates blood circulation, raises energy levels, and benefits major circulatory organ functions. Regular practice of this activity also reduces blood pressure and heart rate and results in the optimization of the power and efficiency of the heart. It also reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases according to health professionals.

Immune System

Diving in PNG puts you in the middle of nature and aids in improving your immune system. When you dive, you tend to drink more water afterward. Hence, it replenishes your cells and helps your immune system to work better. Plus, it allows your skin to absorb the sea minerals and remove disease-causing toxins from your body.

Mental Health

Diving can also be used as a form of meditation. Breathing slowly and deeply allows the mind to go into a calm and relaxing state. This contributes to a more positive attitude and can prevent mental illnesses such as depression and anxiety. It’s also considered as a great stress reliever due to the beauty and peace brought by the appearance and marine life underwater.

Those are some of the health benefits of diving in different systems of the body. This is proof that diving is not just a hobby but rather a rewarding type of improving one’s overall health.

Start exploring the waters of Papua New Guinea while taking care of your health. Book your diving sessions now!