Water is an incredible resource for fitness because it simultaneously provides buoyancy and resistance. Water exercise works for everyone, every body and every ability level. Whether or not you are flexible, conditioned or unconditioned, in or out of shape, overweight or right on target, workouts adapted to water can accommodate your needs.
Aquatic workouts have two types: vertical and horizontal.
Vertical
Vertical workouts are those that are done without actually swimming; rather, they are done from a standing position in the pool and use the water’s resistance to its full advantage. Many people are aware, of course, of yoga, tai chi and pilates. What most do not realize, however, is that these can all be applied to water as great methods of relaxation and exercise.
Horizontal
Horizontal water workouts are actual swimming exercises. Swimming is the closest thing on earth to a perfect sport. It exercises all the major muscles of the body; it’s the inexpensive, fun, social, graceful, sensual, safe, gentle way to achieve fitness—and it’s an activity you can enjoy for a lifetime.
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
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