Once a big fitness trend in the 80s, aquafit is now commonly associated with rehab clinics. But we’re bringing it back – with short strength training exercises for your next swim.
From aquacycling to step aerobics, all kinds of exotic combinations of sports can be done in water today. However, not much is needed when it comes to a little strength training. We've put together four simple strength exercises that you can do in the pool – quite unobtrusively.
Stand firmly anchored on the floor of the pool, feet hip-width apart. Tense your core muscles until you’re standing like a rock. Now stretch out both arms and move them back and forth, alternating each arm. Simultaneously pull the arms up sideways and then pull them back towards the body.
Alternate pulling the knees up as far as possible. The faster you do it, the more strenuous it becomes.
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Stand hip-width apart on the pool floor. Stretch both arms out to the side. Now draw the right knee up to meet the left hand and then actively pull them away from each other again. Change sides.
Take up a lunge position, tighten the abdominal muscles and stretch both arms forwards until they almost meet. Then draw them back to your side again. Pull your shoulder blades together towards your back.
To increase resistance, use paddles, a pool noodle or balls. This will make a significant difference to the resistance level – acting like added weight and building stronger muscles.
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