Water exercising is a popular non-weight bearing method of toning and strengthening one's body. There are many reasons one would prefer exercising in water: injury rehabilitation, arthritis, joint discomfort, obesity, pregnancy, or simply loving the water.
Benefits of water exercise
- Easy on the joints, improves use of joints without increasing pain
- Improves muscular and aerobic endurance
- Improves core strength and aids in back rehabilitation
- Burns lots of calories!
- Increases flexibility by taking your joints through a full range of motion
Swimming Pools in Santa Cruz
- Fitness Centers: Toadal Fitness (Cabrillo and Bay Avenue locations), Spa Fitness, 24 Hr. Fitness, La Madrona Swim & Racquet Club, Chaminade Resort and Spa, Club One, Scotts Valley Swimming and Tennis Club
- Simpkins Family Swim Center
- North Bay Physical Therapy
Methods of water exercise include self-directed exercises and classes. Which you choose depends on your schedule, motivation level, knowledge base, desire to socialize and fitness level. Classes can be a lot of fun, but require a time commitment and structure, which isn't for everyone. Whichever form you choose, water exercise can be great for cross-training or as one's primary form of exercise.
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