Water Aerobics - Water is wonderful…
• Water aerobics provide a great workout without putting extra strain and stress on your joints, bones, and muscles.
• Water's natural resistance challenges your muscles.
• You can exercise without breaking a sweat or getting overheated. The water keeps you cool!
• Water aerobics are great for your heart--it's less stressed because it doesn't need to do extra work to keep you cool.
• With classes like Arthritis Swim Class, Swim Class for Stroke Survivors, and Active Older Adults Water Fitness, you can exercise with people who share your concerns.
Water aerobics are great for people with:
• Arthritis. Water aerobics exercises allow for a great workout without putting too much stress on joints.
• Diabetes. Any type of exercise is helpful for people with diabetes, but water aerobics are especially nice for those who want to stay cool during exercise.
• Osteoporosis. Water aerobics exercises strengthen bones and help to improve balance without the risk of falling.
• Symptoms of menopause. Water aerobics exercises can ease some of the discomforts of menopause.
How to Find a Water Aerobics Class
Water aerobics classes are offered at community pools, the YMCA, and through town and county departments of parks and recreation. Many of these classes are for older adults, people with arthritis, or people with a physical disability.
Tips for Water Aerobics
• Drink water. Even though you are in the water, you still need to drink water! As you exercise, you sweat and you need to replenish those lost fluids.
• Wear sneakers or special water shoes to protect your feet, prevent you from slipping, or if you have diabetes.
• Wear waterproof sunscreen if your class is outdoors. Even if you are under water, the sun's rays can still reach you.
