scientific studies

beneficial to water fitness & therapy

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Here are condensed two-minute reads of the scientific studies that I found to be most effective, helping to understand how the importance of generating tension and producing movement in the water matters. Getting you stronger and optimally fit when applying an informed dynamic approach to aquatic resistance training.

The studies include; the benefits of the properties of water; how hydrotherapy is beneficial for neurological and many other physical maladies; how a 12-week water aerobics study has a positive impact on increased conditioning and well-being; how utilizing oscillation exercises (fast-twitch) increases explosiveness and reaction times; how increasing muscle growth and stimulation, recovery, athletic performance and more through Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) resistance training.

When looking at the studies, combining these, in the water with guided training is a huge recipe for success for those looking to get stronger regardless of age or activity level. It's about movement, how we do it, the type of resistance load, and for how long.

From lifting gains in the gym to being able to walk up a flight of stairs, the science and principles are the same. In the water, I have learned it's easy to get into a state of progressive overload, by using anaerobic movements such as oscillatory and HIIT exercises due to hydrostatic pressure. This improves and builds force production without impact on your joints, plus recovery is so much shorter with amazing benefits which include increased strength, endurance, muscle growth, and bone health, for any age or fitness level and that knowledge for recovery, rehabilitation or training is priceless.

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