Be Active

h e a l t h • l i f e • w e l l – b e i n g

If swimming is not your .................................................................. strong suit, try a water .................................................................. running program. Typically these programs are done with a floater belt or an elastic cord tethering you to the wall to add resistance. The majority of the time, your head is above water or you can choose a depth where your feet stay on the ground if you are not comfortable being in deep water. Check your local community centre for these higher intensity water programs or for a lane-swimming drop-in schedule which typically costs only $3-$5 per session.

MYTH 5: Water workouts are only for elderly people, or people with injuries Truth: Swimming, water-run- ning, or core exercises in the water are a challenge even for the fittest of land lovers. Being in the water adds re- sistance to your exercise and swimming has well estab- lished cardiovascular benefits. Talk about a strengthening program! Strokes such as the breaststroke work nearly every muscle of the body! While your arms pull you for- ward, your legs kick to push you and all the while your core is working to keep you afloat and in-line!

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