Authors – Rhonda Orr , Nathan J de Vos, Nalin A Singh, Dale A Ross, Theodora M Stavrinos, Maria A Fiatarone-Singh PMID: 16456197 DOI: 10.1093/gerona/61.1.78 Abstract Background: Age-related decline in muscle power may be an early indicator of balance deficits and fall risk, even in nonfrail adults. This study examined the dose-dependent effect of power training on balance performance in healthy older adults. Methods: One […]
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Promoting Bone Health through Water-based Exercise
Blog post on PlayCore.com It is well-established that lack of mechanical stimulation may lead to an irreversible decline in bone density, which is well exemplified in studies of underweight and immobility. Studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of various exercise programs (such as walking or strength training) in improving bone density or decreasing the rate of […]
AQUA EXERCISE – RIDE THE NEXT WAVE
Author – Dom Gili, Published by FitRec While most fitness clubs are struggling to attract members back to land-based group fitness classes, 2022 has seen aqua exercise classes overflowing with participants. AquaFitnessOnline.com founder, Dom Gili, explains why water workout classes continue to grow in popularity and shares four tips for Club Managers, Coordinators and Instructors […]
The Target Heart Rate for Water Aerobics
Author – Aline Lindemann, AZCentral Water aerobics is a low- to no-impact form of exercise that yields several health benefits, but only when you do it correctly. It’s important to calculate and maintain the correct water workout heart rate to reap rewards. Knowing what heart rate to maintain can be elusive, though. Your target heart […]
Women’s Expressed Motivational Factors for Participation in Aquarobics Classes
AUTHOR – Janet Currie – School of Education, Macquarie University, Sydney 2109, Australia. Leisure provides a vehicle for women to develop friendships in later life, yet few studies have explored older women’s experiences of social and emotional connections with leisure. This article provides insights into the perceived benefits a group of older women state they […]
AQUA FITNESS IS ON THE RISE. IT’S TIME TO TRAIN THE INSTRUCTORS.
PRESS RELEASE – INDUSTRY ANNOUNCES THE LAUNCH OF THE NEW EXERCISE SKILL SET QUALIFICATION Once synonymous with the older generation Aqua Fitness has a legion of new fans. With increasing awareness of the benefits of low impact exercise for strength building, fitness and injury recovery, water-based fitness programs are in high demand. The sector is […]
5 Benefits on Aquatic Physiotherapy
Authors – Sophie Heywood, Jillian Chua and Anna Scheer from the Aquatic group present five discussion points about the benefits of aquatic physiotherapy in rehabilitation and the prevention and management of a variety of conditions. 1. Aquatic plyometric training is effective in improving strength, jumping and sprinting Interest in using plyometric exercises to improve power and […]
3 Tricks To Boost Your Fitness Teaching Confidence
Author – www.mygroupmove.com Teaching a group fitness class can be an incredibly empowering and gratifying experience. It can also be challenging, daunting and downright terrifying. There’s always a little voice in the back of your mind telling you that you don’t know enough to teach a class, or that people will be judging your every move […]
Use of AED in Water Environment?
ePublication of Avive.life When a person experiences Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA), the heart suddenly stops beating. This condition is life-threatening and can cause death if not immediately treated. In fact, each minute after the onset of SCA, a person’s survival chances decrease 7 to 10%. The only treatment for SCA is to use an AED or Automatic External Defibrillator which […]
New membership category makes a splash
Source – Fitness Australia website Greater industry recognition from Australia’s peak industry association, Fitness Australia, is now a reality for Aqua Exercise Instructors (AEI) with the launch of a dedicated registration category for these professionals. In consultation with Royal Life Saving Society Australia, Surf Life Saving Australia, Skills IQ, Aqua Exercise Instructors, leisure business management […]