AQUATICS EXERCISES   2

We need to share with you the necessity of seeing your physician before you begin any exercise program. You will need to know if you are safe to begin a program and how much exercise and how intense your program should be.

AUNT BEE 2 BARBEE FITNESS CONSULTING

 1. Cardiovascular Workout Aquatic exercise is a great way to get a cardiovascular workout. You can swim, jog, do aerobics and strength building exercises. The water provides resistance that makes aquatic exercise particularly good for elevating your heart rate. So rather than visiting the gym and getting on the treadmill or stair climber, you can go in the pool, ocean, or lake and take a swim or do other water related activities that will give your heart a great workout. And you may not feel as tired, as the water provides support when you are exercising.

 2. Less Stress On Joints One of the major benefits of aquatic exercise is that the water buoyancy allows you to move your body around with much less stress on your joints, because you are working out with less than 100% of your full body weight . In fact, water physical therapy has gained a major following with the baby boomers, the athletic generation, since anyone that has an injury or had to reduce their exercise intensity can still get a workout in the water. Pregnant women have found that being in a pool, or water in general, gives them relief on their joints from the weight of carrying the baby. Senior citizens can really benefit from water aerobics and exercise programs: the water workout can less strenuous, and provide a good social outlet at the same time.

 3. Relaxes Your Mind/Release Your Stress It is understood that the human body has a particular response when it comes in contact with water. Many people have found that just floating in a pool, lake, or ocean gives them a sense of relief or of general relaxation. So if you have had a stressful day, and want a good workout, head down to your local community center or public pool and swim, take a walk or jog, or just float around in the water. You should find that much of your pent up stress will be gone, and you’ll be getting stronger – both in mind and body. So get in, get wet, and get in shape! -