lap pools

Long, narrow pools

A lap pool is a long, narrow swimming pool designed for swimming laps—back-and-forth lengths for exercise.

Unlike recreational pools built for lounging or play, lap pools prioritize length over width, typically at least 40 feet long but often only one or two lanes wide: We installed a lap pool in the backyard for daily workouts.

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lane · indoor · water · fitness · water aerobics · cool down · swim meets · natatoriums · endurance · butterfly stroke · breaststroke · rectangles · training · freestyle · flip turns · interval training · athletic · swim lanes

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purpose/activity

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Recreational water jet areas

wave pools · kiddie pools · wading pools · hot tubs · jacuzzis

pool design/dimensions

lap poolsnatural pools

Water bodies for swimming, unbuilt

infinity pools · plunge pools

water environment type

lap poolsopen water

Unobstructed body navigable freely

ocean swimming · lake swimming · wild swimming · sea · swimming holes

Family

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G