Aerobic exercise, or cardio, elevates your heart rate with movements that activate your body's large-muscle groups. When done in the water, this type of workout offers many proven benefits, including ...

If swimming laps is your favorite form of cardio, consider adding a pair of dumbbells to your next pool workout. Water dumbbells are lightweight and usually made out of foam, and they create ...

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, ...

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 ...

Swimming using a pull buoy adds intensity to your exercise session, toning up stomach muscles, strengthening your core and ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Water walking/jogging, arm circles and leg and knee lifts are examples of water-based exercises. Patients with ...

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 ...

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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, ...