WHY AQUATIC EXERCISE?

FITNESS- Cardiovascular Endurance, Muscular Strength & Endurance, Flexibility, Coordination, and Balance are components achievable for improving and maintaining your fitness level.

THERAPEUTIC- Exercise in the water safely enables you in the recovery of injuries, surgeries, and illnesses. It also helps to combat the aging process!

SOCIAL- Aquatic exercise allows you to meet and associate with other people.

COMFORT- The cool and massaging effects of the water make it a great place to workout without feeling fatigued.

HOW DOES THE WATER MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

RESISTANCE- Water is a thicker medium than air. The resistance of the water can range from 4 to 44 times that of air. Using the resistance is like using weights or machines on land, only safer.

BUOYANCY- In chest deep water, approx. 90% of your body weight is buoyant, therefore you are only bearing 10% of your weight when you exercise. This makes it much safer on the joints and muscles.

COOLING EFFECT- Because of your constant movement, cool water is continually moving around you, washing away sweat, and cooling your body. This eliminates the risk of becoming overheated.

MASSAGING EFFECT- The pressure of the water on your body, joints, muscles, and internal organs both massages and comforts you while exercising. This eliminates the risk of fatigue.

AFTER EXAMINING THESE FACTS-
Why NOT exercise in the water ??