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what is Aquagym?

do you want to shape your figure in the most fun way? With aquagym you will transfer your aerobics class to the pool, achieving double the benefits for your health. You'll tone your figure and improve your muscle tone, as the natural resistance of the water will make the effort required to perform the exercises greater, but at the same time you'll reduce the risk of injury, as the buoyancy in this environment makes the movements smoother and the joints less stressed. Aquagym can be practised by people of all ages and conditions, you just have to choose the level that best suits your goals and abilities. It is practised in shallow pools. However, to add intensity to the exercise, it is recommended that the pool has different depths or that some areas have a sloping bottom. With this complete workout you will work all the muscles, although if you practice a specific modality, the effort will be concentrated on certain areas of the body. Such is the case of aquastep or aquacycle. But the intensity of aquatic fitness does not only depend on the depth of the pool and the use of apparatus or instruments. The use of certain materials such as balls or weights gives the exercises a higher load of effort. aquafitness will help you tone the muscles of both the lower body (legs and buttocks) and the upper body (arms and abdomen) and will help you develop physical capacities such as endurance, balance and coordination

Benefits of Aquagym

In addition to the benefits for older people, it is also recommended for those with overweight problems, in the process of recovery, with trauma injuries, with problems of mobility and joint stability in knees, ankles or for back problems in general. Aquagym is recommended for people who are overweight, with traumatological injuries, with mobility problems and joint stability in the knees, it allows a better recovery from injuries, so it is suitable for people undergoing rehabilitation processes. The aquatic environment is also recommended for people who want to prevent or treat phlebitis, as the hydrostatic pressure helps to improve blood circulation