Water Aerobics a Great Exercise for Seniors
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Water Aerobics a Great Exercise for Seniors
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We are all looking for low-impact, fun ways to get into shape. Seniors especially need something that’s easy on the joints and doesn’t require a lot of physical challenges.
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• These exercises are done in a swimming pool and do not require swimming skills. • Not only can water exercise be fun and refreshing when it’s hot out, but it is also safe and beneficial to seniors with a variety of fitness levels and abilities.• It provides the same cardio and strength training benefits of land-based exercises, but with much less pressure to the joints.
Enter water aerobics.
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Most importantly, low-impact water aerobics exercises are safe and beneficial for those suffering from conditions such as osteoporosis, heart problems, back problems, balance and coordination problems and arthritis.
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• Perhaps you would like to perform everyday functions with ease, such as gardening, picking up your grandkids or going for a walk. • These activities require flexibility and strength, two positive benefits of water aerobics.
Weight loss, stress reduction, lowering blood pressure and muscle endurance can all result from water aerobics.
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Water exercise, though easy, can also be challenging. Exercises such as jumping, stair climbing and jogging can increase resistance in the pool.
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Here are some fun water exercises to get out and try:• Toe-heel walk: walking on an imaginary tightrope for balance/coordination.• Kicks: backward, bicycle or side-to-side kicks for abs, glutes, back and hips.• Marching/jogging: strengthens the lower body (hamstrings, thighs and quads)• Jumping jacks: primarily for weight loss (works entire body).
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Water aerobics can also provides a fun way to meet people. Contact your local YMCA, gym or wellness center for classes or simply locate a pool to try some on your own.
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