Aquacise

Wouldn’t it be great to enjoy the health and physical benefits of exercise while cooling off in your backyard pool? That’s what Aquacising is all about. Water aerobics is the most popular form of aquacise and is an effective and convenient way to get in shape and stay that way!

Aquacise is a wonderful, pain free way to exercise for those with joint and muscle pain. When you Aquacise, you use the water’s natural buoyancy and resistance to help you create an easy and effective workout plan.

No special equipment is needed, though your local pool retailer can offer tips and tools to enhance your water workout — paddles, dumbbells, kickboards, noodles, belts and weights can all help increase resistance and take your aquacise routine to the next level.

The Benefits of Aquacise:

• Work all of your muscles and joints at the same time
• Tone every part of your body
• Improve balance and coordination
• Get a great cardiovascular workout

Water provides 12 times the resistance that air does, but water aerobics is easy on your joints — it’s the perfect exercise for anyone with arthritis, joint injuries or weight problems that can make other forms of exercise difficult.

Aquacise Can:

• Improve your range of motion
• Improve muscle strength and endurance
• Improve muscle balance and posture
• Improve cardiovascular / respiratory system
• Burn up to 500+ calories per session
• Reduce demand on the heart due to hydrostatic pressure

Are you into more traditional, organized water sports? Basketball and volleyball sets are perpetual pool favorites! Professional-grade equipment can be durable and affordable additions to your pool. These pro-style games can be installed when your build your pool or added later on. Not quite that serious? Most pool retailers offer smaller, floating game sets that are great for kids too.

Whatever aquacise you choose, there can’t be a better way to work out — enjoying the cool, clear water of your backyard pool without working up a sweat!

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