Archive for January 6th, 2010
I like to change up my water aerobics routines frequently. Right now, what I am working on for my classes is offering water aerobics boot camp. I have done these boot camps before and it is great fun! It challenges your body in the water in a new way, while still getting an intense workout!
Depending on how many participants you have in class, they can actually get through all the stations provided. I alternate stations with cardio and toning. All the stations are timed. Each station is something different. I encourage participants to listen to their bodies. I try to push them and keep them motivated so they get a great workout.
Like many water aerobics routines, we warm up together for about 5-7 minutes. We also cool down and stretch out together at the end. I try to keep the class to 1 hour. There is continuous upbeat music playing! I’m floating around help participants if they forget what to do at each station. There are pictures and notes on the edge of the pool. Plus, I explain each station quickly before we begin.
This is a departure from the usual water aerobics routines, but everyone has lots of fun!