WO R KO U T
Benefits of Pool Workouts How they can do much more than cool you down By Joella Hopkins - Vice President of Group Fitness at EōS Fitness
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ummer is officially here. Think of backyard barbecues with friends and family, watching sunsets on the deck with a cool drink, and lots of fun in the sun. But one of the biggest things that always comes to mind when the temperatures start to climb is, “Where can I find a pool to beat the heat?” Pools are social, fun and great exercise all in one. The pool is always a great way to get a workout, sometimes without even realizing you’re burning calories.
A workout for everyone It doesn’t matter if you are a kid, middle-aged or a senior—pool workouts can benefit all of them. You will get a wholebody workout in the water and can focus on building strength in your core, legs, arms, back and booty. Because the water surrounds your body and adds extra resistance without impact, you are able to do many things safely in the water that you may not be able to do on land. It can provide a cardio and resistance workout all in one without the added pressure on your joints, ligaments and bones.
Get back in the game Water workouts can also be an amazing way to start a workout routine for the first time or after an extended period of time being more sedentary. Recently, we’ve all been through a strange time when we have been stuck in the house and unable to get to the gym, and many people have fallen off
the fitness wagon. If you’ve let your regular workouts fall by the wayside—or maybe you’ve never really been a workout person—now’s the chance to use the pool to your advantage and start a fantastic program to get into the best shape of your life. There are literally hundreds of different exercises you can do in the water that are fun and will get you real results. Pools are open and accessible to the public, all practicing social distancing guidelines and additional sanitation and safety measures. Most EōS Fitness locations have pools, as do local neighborhood community pools and recreation centers.
Don’t overdo it Even if you are a world-class athlete, too much strenuous high-impact training can lead to injury and pain. This is where the pool can benefit even the most extreme fitness fanatics. A pool workout is great to mix in with
your other workouts so that you can continue to train hard—but make sure you’re not hard on your body. The pool is also a great chance for people who suffer from chronic injuries to be able to get great exercise without the pain or the risk of re-injuring themselves. Pool workouts are a wonderful way to rehabilitate injuries so you don’t have to sit on the sidelines while you are recovering.
Don’t underestimate this Bottom line, the pool is a fabulous choice to help you train better and increase your fitness level. Add some uplifting music and pump up the fun factor and it will be an even better opportunity for you to really enjoy your workout. You will feel refreshed, energized, and grateful that you have given yourself a great workout all while being kind to your body. The benefits of training in the water are extensive—better sleep, improved cardiovascular endurance, increased strength and an overall sense of enjoyment. E S Fitness has 22 high-value, low-price gyms and counting throughout the Valley. Joella Hopkins has more than 20 years of experience in the fitness industry. For free on-demand and live workouts, go to eosfitness.com/at-home-workouts.
Joella Hopkins has more than 20 years of experience in the fitness industry.
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