Thousands of people are exercising in the water these days, not just to keep cool but because of the numerous benefits. Low-impact water workouts combine cardiovascular exercises with strength training, with little risk of injury. Because of water's buoyancy and the body support it provides, joint, muscle, and bone injuries are almost eliminated. People also benefit from the 90 percent apparent weight loss that occurs when they are submerged in shoulder-deep water. This feeling of weight loss gives exercisers the sense they can accomplish more. (Fitness Management Magazine, April 1998).

Even though exercisers may feel lighter, the added resistance of water makes the aerobics challenging. Water provides 12 times the resistance of air because of its increased density. As the water pushes against the body, the movements become more difficult, requiring muscles to work harder. Calories are burned and muscles are toned.

Water aerobics is a nice alternative for cross training and it is recommended for everyone, young or mature, fit or not fit.

It's fun, refreshing, and challenging. People can exercise at their own pace, because we're exercising in the water and it's not embarrassing for those who can't do the exercises all the way.

Special equipment or clothing is not required for water aerobics. You might prefer to wear aqua shoes for better traction and to protect your feet from rough pool surfaces. Aqua shoes are sold at many department and sporting goods stores. Tiny Bubbles DOES NOT sell or provide Aqua shoes.

It is recommended working out in chest-deep water and keeping the water temperature around 90 degrees Fahrenheit, therefore Tiny Bubbles is the right place to work out.

The water's just right. Jump in, get comfortable, and have fun working out.