Date of publication 23/08/2019
Watersports Why you have to practice underwater sports
Benefits of exercising in this liquid environment
The physical setting of the summer is aquatic, there's no doubt about that. The weather is good, and the body tends to spend more time soaking, swimming, playing or simply cooling down.
The good news is that water is not just relief from the heat. It's also an environment in which to exercise differently and very productively. So, on your next vacation, don’t hesitate – exercise in the sea or the hotel pool. Your body will thank you.
In addition to the benefits discussed below, the resorts’ complete activities, their program Fit & Fun and the modern facilities, help you a lot, and not only to cool down and refresh, but also to tone up. So, there are no excuses!
Benefits for everyone
Activities such as aquafitness, spinning in the water, water aerobics, or aqua zumba are some of the most well-known disciplines in this sport sub-category. In addition to taking place in water, all of them have endless positive consequences for the body. So logically, when you read the many advantages they have, you think it really is a magic bullet. And yet, it it so much better. Come on!
It's injury-free. Water cushions any impact, meaning the joints and extremities suffer little or no pain. Moreover, it is impossible to fall, and any bad posture is corrected without any risk.
It puts up more resistance than air. As a general rule, this element requires that effort be multiplied by 12 for the same exercise. That’s why many specialist doctors consider that toning is much more helpful during an hour in the water than a weight session.
It’s good for your heart. Why is that? Because it's proven that in water, the cardiovascular muscle beats more slowly and fatigues much less.
For all ages. No matter the age on your passport, the variety of exercises and their minimal risks means that the limit is yours to set. And for the little ones, the different games at Star Camp and other sports such as water polo or basketball in the water will make fun and exercise go hand in hand.
Lots of vitamin D. Add to your muscular and cardiovascular benefits all that the sun brings if you do these exercises outdoors. Mostly, Vitamin D and progressive bone strengthening. And yes, don’t forget sun protection so there are no scares.
The body versus flotation. If you add to the exercise itself other elements such as flotation belts and harnesses, the sport becomes a challenge. And it also allows you to experience the feeling of walking on the moon and doing anti-gravity exercises.
Pure relaxation. The smoothness of movements and the peace conveyed by this element causes muscles to strengthen with a constant feeling of relaxation. As though it doesn't require much effort or tire.
Happiness and fun. The combination of all these advantages, together with the novelty of a new sport, means that the brain doesn't see of all this as a sport. What's more, the most natural thing is that you’ll get hooked and don't stop practicing it, at least during your vacations.
Where to start?
The good news is that everything you need is in your summer suitcase. As for floats and other items, hotels with spa and pools commonly offer swimming noodles and the like that can be used to float in the water. And, in addition, its professionals are prepared to lead each activity through various classes that are the opposite of those given in a city gym. In other words, it's all fun, joy, trying new things and not getting bored. And in the meantime, the body doesn't stop.
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