Techniques Water aerobic workouts usually combine a variety of techniques from land aerobics, including walking or running backward and forward, jumping jacks, mimicking cross-country skiing, along with various arm movements. The workout also may incorporate equipment such as flotation devices.[1] Benefits In addition to the standard benefits of any exercise, the use of water in water aerobics supports the body and reduces the risk of muscle or joint injury. The mitigation of gravity by flotation places less stress on the joints when stretching, and can allow a greater range of motion. The mitigation of gravity makes water aerobics safe for any individual able to keep their head out of water, including the elderly.[2] Exercise in water can also prevent overheating through continuous cooling of the body. Most classes last for 45-55 minutes.[1]
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I like the progressions, but would disagree with the instruction of not retracting the scapulae, since that is the only way to work the rhomboid muscles that are key for achieving better posture, as it allows the shoulders to be relaxed at a more retracted position. Pinching the spinal cord is impossible, since the cord is fully contained within the spine’s vertebrae. However, I still like the progressions of this series, so ‘thank you’ for that.
Thank you, I just started a water aerobics class at my gym. it is great to see an instructor demonstrating proper form while in the pool!
I would think as many rep’s as you do out of the water. It’s essentially the same thing just with less impact and more resistance so you burn almost 2 times the amount of calories as the same movements out of the water.
How many times do you need to do each exercise?
Thank you! I really needed this infomation.