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smith432 · Joined: 24 May 2012 Posts: 347

Aquatic exercise is exercise that is performed in the water, typically in a pool, for the purposes of strengthening muscles and increasing physical fitness. Aquatic exercise is often praised because it is low-impact on the joints and bones, so it is frequently used for rehabilitation following an injury. There are many different ways to exercise in the water, and can offer both aerobic and strength benefits, as well as weight loss.

One of the simplest types of aquatic exercise is just swimming. Swimming is an aerobic exercise that also increases muscular strength over the entire body. In addition to swimming, water walking and water jogging are also popular aquatic exercises. Walking or jogging in water provides a gentle resistance without placing any impact on the joints. It is also possible to jog in deep water, without the feet even touching the bottom of the pool. As these exercises become easier, simply increase the speed or the length of time spent doing them to increase the difficulty.

Water weights are weights designed for use in the pool. Lifting weights underwater is a great aquatic exercise, because the resistance of the water makes it even more difficult. In addition, resistance bands or kickboards are also useful tools that can be used while exercising in the pool, to provide more resistance and a variety of exercises. To find specific exercises with which to use those items, ask an instructor at the gym or search online.

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