Exercising in water provides 17% more resistance and better results that on land. The heart rate decreases between 10-13%. The properties of water- buoyancy, hydrostatic pressure, leverage, inertia, dragging, action and reaction etc., are a guaranty of less risk of injuries, more dynamism and fun!  Water aerobics is highly recommended for seniors, pregnancy, and people recovering from injuries or surgeries.

FITNESS FACTORS OF EXERCISING IN WATER

- Cardiovascular endurance - Increasing heart rate
- Muscular strength – Using equipment
- Flexibility – Rom – Range of motion around joints
- Balance and coordination - Equilibrium

Marta’s classes follow a warm-up, passive and active stretching and provide a great cardio workout.  Following play with kickboards, noodles, partners, games, balls, bells and buoys.  Marta’s classes incorporate Yoga and Pilates moves with balancing, standing asana, and lateral movements.

 Marta playfully calls this water activity:

WATASANA

 “Yoga in the water is different and surprising. The support of the water helps the stretch and the balance of the poses; it’s something really fun to try!”