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By Erica Moe | Get Fit!<\/p>\n

It\u2019s too hot. I have a sports injury. I have back pain. I\u2019m pregnant. I have arthritis. All are excuses that seem worthy of skipping a workout. Or are they?<\/p>\n

Actually, there\u2019s no need to skip that workout anymore. Instead, just add water. The buoyancy of water can reduce bodyweight by about 90 percent, making exercise more doable and enjoyable, but still challenging. What\u2019s more, you can avoid much of the pain that\u2019s brought on by weight-bearing exercise.<\/p>\n

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The YMCA water exercise program significantly reduces bodyweight and is designed to help people who can\u2019t do weight-bearing exercise. (Courtesy of the YMCA)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Not just for rehab<\/strong><\/p>\n

Water is an environment that welcomes all levels of exercisers, from beginner to advanced. Similar to \u201cland\u201d exercise, a workout in the water offers benefits in cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength, flexibility, core stability, balance and cognitive health.<\/p>\n

\u201cWater exercise is not just for rehab, and it\u2019s not just for injured runners,\u201d stresses Kari Lorraine Scott, lead aquatic personal trainer and water exercise instructor at Mission Valley YMCA.<\/p>\n

Scott teaches a deep-water running class at the Y, and wants the running community, particularly those training for the upcoming Rock \u2018n\u2019 Roll Marathon, to take a dip in the pool.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s a great way to extend the life of your running legs without losing that competitive edge. And,\u201d she added, \u201cMeb does it!\u201d (San Diego\u2019s Meb Keflezighi recently became the oldest American to qualify for the Olympics in the marathon.)<\/p>\n

In addition to seeing athletes improve performance, Scott coaches countless people through training in the water both before and after knee and hip surgeries.<\/p>\n

\u201cPeople who work in the water prior to surgery find it much easier and faster to rehab,\u201d Scott said. \u201cAnd they are so pleased to be able to get back to regular activities like cycling, rock climbing, golf or just walking.\u201d<\/p>\n

Try a class<\/strong><\/p>\n

Try a heart-pumping, deep-water class with the assistance of a flotation belt or a low-impact water class. How about Zumba or a mind\/body session in the water? These classes are usually held in chest-high water, so you don\u2019t have to be a star swimmer to participate. You don\u2019t even have to get your hair wet!<\/p>\n

Log some laps<\/strong><\/p>\n

Swimming laps is a great way to improve your heart and lung capacity while being gentle on those joints. It can tone all your major muscles and is a great way for runners and cyclists to cross train. Find open swim time at the pool or join a Masters swim team (\u201cmasters\u201d just means ages 18 and older) for coached workouts.<\/p>\n

Take the plunge<\/strong><\/p>\n

It\u2019s spring. It\u2019s getting warmer. Get outside, cool off and get an incredible workout at the same time. Remember, the harder you push, the harder the water pushes back. \u201cYou can\u2019t out-push the water!\u201d remarks Scott.<\/p>\n

Get in synch<\/strong><\/p>\n

Here\u2019s something different and fun: Mission Valley YMCA is home to the Synchronettes, a synchronized swim team that practices twice weekly. New members are always welcome, and you can see the team perform at a free show at 3 p.m. Saturday, April 16 at the Y.<\/p>\n

\u2014Erica Moe es una fisi\u00f3loga del ejercicio certificada por ACSM que escribe en nombre de Mission Valley YMCA, donde es directora de acondicionamiento f\u00edsico.<\/em><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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