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Water workouts have gained immense popularity over the past few decades, and for good reason. They offer a refreshing alternative to traditional gym sessions, providing a full-body workout while minimising the risk of injury. Water’s natural buoyancy supports the body, easing stress on joints and muscles, making it an ideal environment for individuals of all […]

In an increasingly health-conscious world, the search for effective and accessible exercise regimens has led many to explore innovative techniques. Among these, Ai Chi has emerged as a transformative water exercise method that integrates the principles of Tai Chi and aquatic therapy. This gentle yet powerful practice offers numerous benefits, making it an attractive option […]

Aqua fitness classes have gained immense popularity due to their numerous health benefits and low-impact nature. As an instructor, your role goes beyond teaching movements; you create an engaging environment that fosters participant satisfaction and improved health outcomes. This article will explore various strategies that aqua fitness instructors can employ when planning and teaching classes, […]

Author – Ruth Sova/ATRI. Quad dominance is not even a diagnosis, but I believe it’s affecting much of our population. Just as piriformis syndrome gets diagnosed as sciatic pain, quad dominance gets diagnosed as knee issues, hip problems, RLS, gluteal amnesia, and low back problems. Quad dominance is a known risk factor for injury and pain, […]

Deep-water fitness has emerged as a dynamic and engaging way to enhance health and wellbeing. By integrating interval training into deep-water workouts, fitness instructors and enthusiasts can unlock a myriad of benefits that cater to a wide range of fitness levels. This approach not only boosts cardiorespiratory endurance but also improves mobility and overall strength, […]

As the ABC launches the Your Move campaign, to help Australians explore their health and fitness journey, reporter Marnie Vinall hits the road to try some of the growing exercise trends around the country. Every time I go for a swim at my local pool and water aerobics classes are on at the same time, […]

Author – Dom Gili – In the ever-evolving world of aqua fitness, Cirque du Suspend aims to captivate and entertain clients with suspended aqua exercise, offering multiple benefits while harnessing the unique properties of water. By combining suspended moves that are impact-free and adaptable to various depths — shallow or deep — participants are invited […]

Author – Melissa Plumeau – AEA Aquatic Training Specialist. The first aqua fitness class I taught in 2003, consisted of a long list of every move I had ever done in the pool. I planned EXACTLY eight repetitions of each, with no repeats. Before I taught, I sat in the bathroom stall anxiously reviewing that […]