Water Aerobic Facts

Water aerobics are done by people of all ages who want to add variety to their workouts while burning calories. When you are in water up to your chest, the weight of your body is reduced by over 80 percent, making it easier to move around.

  1. Significance

    • Water aerobics does not put stress on the joints of the body. This makes it safe for elderly people and people with joint issues.

    Function

    • Water aerobics simulates regular exercises that are performed in a gym to create muscular strength. It also expends calories to increase aerobic strength.

    Resistance

    • Resistance exercises are done with water weights that are pushed through the water to simulate exercises. Some exercises include biceps curls, lateral raises and back rows.

    Flotation

    • Flotation belts are used to hold yourself up in the water. This will allow your legs to move freely and to perform exercises, such as bicycle kicks and side kicks.

    Body Weight

    • Some body weight exercises can be performed with nothing but the resistance of the water and the sides of the pool. These include pullups, squats and tricep extensions.

    Stretch

    • Stretching can be done with water aerobics. Stand on the edge of the pool and grab the sides for balance. Do stretches for the quads, biceps, chest, shoulders and back.