Research supports that aquatic exercise is effective at reducing pain and disease activity and improving physical function, although it is unclear whether it is more effective than any other form of ...

Aquatic exercise is a low-impact activity that takes the pressure off the bones, joints and muscles. Water also offers natural resistance, which can help strengthen the muscles. Aquatic exercise can ...

Water aerobics offers several health benefits, from improved strength to better blood pressure. (More on this later.) But they may also be a fun way to add some more variety to your workouts. Here, we ...

Aquatic exercises can be highly beneficial for balance, mood, and overall well-being in older adults. Older adults can try various types of exercises in the pool. Regular physical activity is ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: We have a new fitness facility nearby. The pool schedule shows a number of aqua exercise classes. I'd like to try a water fitness class to add variety to my regular fitness routine, ...

Aquatic exercise represents a versatile physical activity modality that offers significant benefits for older adults. The unique properties of water, such as buoyancy and resistance, enable ...

Active Aging is weekly series that provides wellness tips and creative living ideas for the active aging lifestyle. Water aerobics is a fun way for aging adults to stay active and fit. It’s also ...

On a crisp Decembermorning, a remixed version of “Last Christmas”blastedfrom a portable PA system across the poolas Apy Figueroa called out instructions. “You’re stronger than you think! Go fast, ...

You need exercise to burn calories, but some people complain just walking puts too much pressure on their joints. They may not know they could exercise in a weightless environment -- a swimming pool.

Shalom Kropfl of Duluth has been a water baby her whole life. In 2011, she was diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis, which causes painful inflammation and joint swelling. While she can't do laps anymore ...

Looking to get your bikini body ready for summer? Don’t wait until July to make a splash. A study published today in BMJ Open found that people who do water aerobics for at least 10 weeks lose weight ...