5 water exercises for seniors by maria trimarchi may 17 2011 you probably know that aerobic exercise is a must for heart health but did you know that water aerobics provides the same benefits without stressing your joints.
Water exercises for seniors.
Takeshima s research found that older women who participated in regular water exercise over 12 weeks experienced more strength flexibility and agility and better total cholesterol levels.
The the force of gravity is counteracted by floating in water and less stress is placed on.
That s where water aerobics comes in.
In addition the water supports the body and reduces the risk of muscle or joint injury.
Seniors normally resort to some sort of land based resistance training to strengthen bones but these workouts carry higher levels of risk compared to aquatic exercises.
They re easy on the joints improve overall health and may even help you live longer.
If you want to add years to your life and life to your years it s time to take the plunge.
Water aerobics and swimming are terrific exercises for seniors.
However water exercises can relieve arthritis and joint pain while increasing bone density and muscle mass.
Here are 5 water exercises that you can try this summer to start feeling better today.