Indian Journal of Physical Education, Sports Medicine & Exercise Science
  • Year: 2018
  • Volume: 18
  • Issue: 3

Water aerobics and its benefits

  • Author:
  • V. K Vijesh1, A. Praveen2
  • Total Page Count: 3
  • Page Number: 175 to 177

1Ph. D. Scholar, Department of Physical Education & Sports, Pondicherry University

2Assistant Professor, Department of Physical Education & Sports, Pondicherry University

Online published on 7 December, 2019.

Abstract

Paper title and this work were done based on literature and thematic related, it explain the importance and benefit of Aerobics and water Aerobics exercise. Aerobics is a form of physical exercise that combines rhythmic aerobic exercise with stretching and strength training routines with the goal of improving all elements of fitness. Water aerobics is the performance of aerobic exercise in fairly shallow water such as in a swimming pool. Water exercise is one of the best methods of keeping your body fit and in good shape. Water exercise keep a person from avoiding shrinks and wrinkles in the body and make a person to look young. Aqua aerobic classes can be considered in socially very active places to meet new friends and have some fun time. Even psychologists recommend aqua aerobic as a way of keeping your mind sharp, by forgetting the usual routine of your everyday life. Water exercise can be significantly improved cardio respiratory fitness, muscular strength, body composition, blood lipids, agility, and flexibility. Moreover, it may provide additional benefits by acting as rehabilitative process by reducing the incidence of falls and injuries that occur while performing exercise, or while performing activities of daily living. Therefore, water-based exercise is a beneficial mode of exercise for all age categories and can be safely used as part of a well-rounded exercise program.

Keywords

Aerobics, Water aerobics, Benifits of water Aerobics