Top 5 Aquatic Therapy Exercises to Do in Your Pool

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Aquatic therapy is an excellent way to stay active while reducing stress on your joints and muscles. For individuals recovering from injuries, managing chronic pain, or looking to enhance their fitness, aquatic therapy pools offer a safe and effective solution. The buoyancy and resistance of water in aquatic therapy pools make exercises low-impact yet highly beneficial. Here are the top five aquatic therapy exercises to try in your aquatic therapy pool from Fitmax.

 

1. Water Walking or Jogging

Water walking is a fundamental exercise for aquatic therapy and works perfectly in aquatic therapy pools. The resistance of the water adds intensity without the harsh impact of walking on solid ground. To perform this exercise:

  • Stand upright in waist-to-chest deep water in your aquatic therapy pool.
  • Walk or jog forward, focusing on engaging your core and maintaining balance.
  • For added resistance, move your arms through the water with each step.

2. Leg Lifts

Leg lifts are perfect for targeting lower body strength and stability. Aquatic therapy pools provide the necessary buoyancy to support balance and reduce stress on joints. Follow these steps:

  • Stand in the pool with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  • Slowly lift one leg straight out to the side.
  • Hold for 3-5 seconds, then return to the starting position.
  • Repeat 10-15 times on each leg.

3. Water Arm Curls

Arm curls are an effective exercise to build upper body strength, and aquatic therapy pools make them even more efficient. The natural resistance of water creates a gentle yet challenging workout. Here’s how:

  • Stand in the aquatic therapy pool with your arms submerged and hold lightweight water dumbbells (optional).
  • Bend your elbows to lift your forearms toward your shoulders.
  • Lower your arms back down slowly.

4. Flutter Kicks

Flutter kicks are excellent for building core strength and endurance. Performing flutter kicks in aquatic therapy pools makes the exercise low-impact while engaging multiple muscle groups:

  • Hold onto the pool’s edge or use a kickboard in your aquatic therapy pool.
  • Extend your legs behind you and begin a steady kicking motion.
  • Maintain a straight posture and avoid bending your knees too much.

5. Wall Push-Ups

Wall push-ups are a fantastic way to strengthen your chest, arms, and shoulders while taking advantage of aquatic therapy pools. Here’s how:

  • Stand at arm’s length from the pool wall in your aquatic therapy pool.
  • Place your hands flat against the wall at shoulder height.
  • Lean forward, bending your elbows to bring your body closer to the wall.
  • Push back to the starting position.

At Fitmax Pools we offer high-quality aquatic therapy pools designed to meet your therapeutic needs and help you achieve your fitness goals.

Start incorporating these exercises into your routine and experience the benefits of aquatic therapy pools today!