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Posted on 24, December 2008
Aquajogger isn't just for the elderly to stay active in a risk free manner, or for your kids to play around in the water. Athletes recover from injury can also use Aquajogger to their benefit. The zero impact nature of the exercises that our product affords, not only allows the recovering athletes to stay fit through this difficult period, it also speeds up the recovery process significantly.

Posted on 17, December 2008
According to Carolyn E. Booth RN, Assistant Professor, Department of HHPRParamedic Program, Central Washington University, water exercise "may contribute a positive benefit on balance and gait for women 65 years and older", and the benefit is no different from what one achieves doing land-based exercises. And because of that, water-based exercises "could be considered as an alternate exercise activity for seniors, especially if land-based exercise is difficult due to chronic musculoskeletal disorders".

Posted on 10, December 2008
While Australia did recently sign the Kyoto protocol, it still won’t halt the global warming phenomenon that’s currently bearing down on us, at least not that soon. Instead of cooking in the sweltering heat, why not jump into the pool to cool off? Exercising in the water has proven to be “less stressful on the joints and provides the same benefits as any other form of exercise”, and “reduces the risk of heart disease and strokes, improve muscle strength and balance, helps with weight control, diabetes and high blood pressure”. You should also try out AquaJogger to augment your exercise experience.

Posted on 03, December 2008
Mention aerobics and we tend to think of those high impact fitness programmes they air in the middle of the afternoon, not the sort of thing you’d want to engage yourself in if you’re pregnant. However, The New York Times reports that “exercise during pregnancy may help women reduce the need for anesthesia when they give birth”. Of course, we’re not recommending any sort of impact sport or activity that would risk a miscarriage. Instead, why not give water aerobics, which has proven to be effective and safe for pregnant women, a shot? The AquaJogger facilitates this purpose perfectly and is suitable for all age groups.

Posted on 24, October 2008
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Posted on 08, July 2008
With the Olympics only 5 weeks away we're already noticing an upswing in sales of the Aquajogger water fitness products. It's amazing how motivated people become every four years when the Olympics come around. And the Aquajogger products are a great way to get fit. They provide an avenue for low impact, buoyancy based exercise. You can begin a training program with the Aquajogger range and feel your fitness improving as you go. If you haven't tried the products yet, dive in and begin!

Posted on 25, May 2008
AquaJogger continues to take the jolt out of exercise. Deep Water aerobics has opened a new world of fitness for people of all ages and fitness levels. Suspended in the water with the AquaJogger buoyancy belt, you control the level of resistance and the speed of movement. The body is submerged and the hydrostatic pressure around you assists in improving circulation, muscle toning and overall cardio fitness.

Posted on 22, May 2008
Research has shown that no impact water exercise benefits the rehabilitation and management of sports injuries, accident recovery, arthritis, multiple sclerosis, osteoporosis, joint rehabilitation and pre and post natal fitness. The forgiving water environment is effective and fun and provides exercise suitable to individual fitness levels and needs. Users of AquaJogger exercise equipment are able to benefit from the healing properties of no impact water rehabilitation and exercise. AquaJogger buoyancy belts are designed to enhance the physical recovery, health and fitness of users.

Posted on 19, May 2008
People around the world are discovering the benefits of water exercise and the benefits of implementing a water fitness program. AquaJogger water exercise belts and equipment have taken the pain and impact out of exercise. AquaJogger water buoyancy belts were originally designed to aid the rehabilitation of pre and post surgery patients and world class athletes recovering form injury. This unique flotation device soon captured the attention of other athletes around the world. The AquaJogger buoyancy belt became a valuable tool in maintain the high levels of fitness demanded in competitive sports. AquaJogger water fitness equipment became the key that opened the door to impact free deep water exercise. Soon athletes began incorporating water workouts into regular training regimens.

Posted on 16, May 2008
Studies have proven that with regular pool exercise there is a significant increase in muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, cardio conditioning, and a decrease in body fat. Beyond the physical advantages there are mental and spiritual improvements. People feel better about themselves and familiarize themselves with their body. AquaJogger aqua aerobic fitness equipment assists in providing the ideal workout in an ideal fitness environment ensuring that the body receives an all over workout while providing the option to work on specific isolated areas.

Posted on 13, May 2008
Aqua aerobics provides many positive effects as a result of the thermal conductivity associated with water fitness. The water 'wick's away excess heat during exercise, creating a cool and comfortable workout. Blood that would be shunted to the skin for cooling is available to the working muscles. The heart does not have to work as hard if the body stays cool. Pool temperatures can be altered to meet specific needs to accommodate arthritis or rehabilitation.

Posted on 10, May 2008
Thanks to the remarkable AquaJogger, participants of aqua aerobics feel safer in the water. The forgiving water environment enables participants to work at a comfortable level, while the AquaJogger buoyancy belts support up to 90% of participants body weight, thus enabling participants to comfortably exercise at a level that is safe and free from the strain associated with other forms of exercise. The positive effects of water exercise ensure that participants receive a workout out that is suitable to their needs.

Posted on 07, May 2008
AquaJogger water exercise belts and equipment have taken the pain and impact out of exercise and provide strength and cardio training without the stress on muscles and joints. AquaJogger fitness equipment is suitable for most age groups. AquaJogger enhances the aqua aerobic workout, enabling multiple muscles and joints to be worked at the same time. Aqua aerobics enables each participant to work at their own intensity - unlike land exercise where there is the necessity to 'keep up' with the instructor.

Posted on 04, May 2008
Whether improving fitness, looking to lose weight, warming up or down or excelling at a chosen sport, AquaJogger fitness equipment provides a fantastic solution to other forms of exercise. Thanks to the unique design of the buoyancy belts, users are able to build and maintain fitness levels without the wear and tear on muscles and joints. The water environment is both forgiving and fun, and provides a workout for suitable for individual fitness needs.

Posted on 01, May 2008
Experts agree that water exercise offers a low impact, safe alternative to fitness not offered by other forms of exercise. AquaJogger fitness equipment supports impact free, deep water workouts alleviating the stress of high impact exercise on muscles and joints.

Posted on 28, April 2008
Athletes and amateurs alike have discovered the benefits of no impact water exercise thanks to AquaJogger water fitness equipment. The remarkable buoyancy belts and fitness equipment provide sufficient support without inhibiting the level of workout for the individual. AquaJogger offers exceptional training properties that aid the improvement and maintenance of cardiovascular conditioning, flexibility, strength, weight management and muscle toning.

Posted on 25, April 2008
Water running offers an extremely safe and unique environment to exercise in. When emmersed in water our bodies will be perfectly supported by the water's buoyancy, which eliminates virtually all impact and stress from joints and muscles. At the same time, the water provides the opportunity to create resistance to any direction of movement, thus facilitating an excellent cardiovascular and strength workout. The strength aspect of the workout can be greatly increased with the addition of devices such as barbells or the innovative aquajogger X cuffs.

Posted on 22, April 2008
Overtraining syndrome is common in atheletes training for endurance events such as marathons, triathalons and ironman events. When atheletes train beyond their bodies' ability to repair they will be plauged with niggley overuse injuries that just do not resolve. One way to decrease the mileage of a training program with out sacrificing fitness is to add some deep water running sessions. Deep water running allows you to work on your running technique, fitness and strength all with out the stress and strain of training on land. The buoyancy belts required are an inexpensive and simple piece of eqipment that can add a whole new element to your training program.

Posted on 19, April 2008
Water running has become one of the most popular ways to keep fit in the pool. Aquatic centres are finding deep water running classes extremely popular as people discover and enjoy it's many benefits. Classes are fantastic for begginers who can learn various running and resistance techniques, but also great for anyone who needs a little extra motivation when exercising - listen to the encouragement of the fitness leader and take advatage of that competitive streak to push yourself harder than the person next to you.

Posted on 16, April 2008
Cross training allows an athelete to achieve a higher level of overall fitness than simply repeating the same activity or sport. When training for a certain sport your muscles become very efficient at that specific activity, but many atheletes find they reach a certain level of fitness and then plateau. Adding different activities to your training regieme can push the boundaries of fitness and also improve skills, balance and agility. Try adding one or two water based exercise sessions to your training program - try swimming, deep water running with buoyancy belts or aqua aerobics.

Posted on 13, April 2008
Deep water running is a fantastic way to add some variety to any training regime. No matter what specific sport you are training for, deep water running has the potential to improve your strength, cardiovascular fitness and endurance. It offers relief from the boredom that can creep into a program that involves the same type of exercise month after month. It can even decrease the risk of sustaining injuries by resting overused muscles and facilitating the use of their antagonists and by decreasing the stress on joints.

Posted on 10, April 2008
Thirty minutes a day of moderate exercise is all that's required to improve fitness levels and decrease the risk of cardiovascular disease. Sick of walking day in, day out? Why not try water running? Water running with a buoyancy belt is a fantastic low impact form of exercise that is perfect for all ages, all levels of fitness and all shapes and sizes. No expensive or complicated equipment is required - all that's needed is a bathing suit, a buoyancy belt and access to your local public pool. Start to enjoy your daily exercise with an AquaJogger buoyancy belt.

Posted on 07, April 2008
Exercise in water is one of the easiest and most enjoyable ways for people with arthritis to keep fit. Proven therapeutical benefits of aqua aerobics and pool fitness include muscular relaxation and decreased muscle spasm, decreased pain due to warmth and the reductions in gravitational force and increased muscle strength and endurance due to the greater resistance movement in water compared to air.

Posted on 04, April 2008
If you live in a hot climate it can be really hard to be motivated to exercise regularly and maintain fitness - nobody can get too excited about pounding the pavement in 40 degree heat. So why not try keeping fit in the pool? Water running is the perfect way to maintain cardiovascular fitness and use the same muscles you would while running on land, all without overheating. Aquajogger floatation belts are an affordable, simple to use piece of equipment that will allow you to continue your training regime no matter how hot the weather.

Posted on 01, April 2008
Hip replacement surgery can certainly have a major impact on life. Some physiotherapists encourage hip surgery patients to attend hydrotherapy classes. Patients may initially be quite anxious about being in the water, but this typically soon passes as people enjoy the enormous benefit bouyancy in water. The weightless feeling of being in the water and the ability to move freely and with more confidence than on land is a big benefit. When rehabilitaion is complete, physios sometimes recommend people try water running with a buoyancy belt, to continue with an exercise program. This can lead to having a pain free hip, and keeping people fitter.

Posted on 29, March 2008
I love exercising at the pool - there is something so relaxing and therapeutic about being in the water, but I do find it difficult to get my heart rate up and keep it up when just swimming laps. With AquaJogger buoyancy belts I'm getting much better results from my pool exercize sessions. When water running you still benefit from the relaxation of exercising in the water, but you can really challenge your fitness levels and get a great overall body workout.

Posted on 26, March 2008
Recently I was down at my local pool swimming a couple of lazy laps when I almost swam into the back of two senior citzs, in the 'slow lane.' To my great delight these two ladies were swimming along in their Aquajogger belts. Apparently the ladies found pool fitness good for their aches and pains which were exacerbated by walking, and other varied exercises. As active septogenarians these ladies were full of praise for their floatation belts. It seems Aquajogger is a tremendous way for people to ensure exercise remains an important factor in their lives.

Posted on 23, March 2008
Weight loss can be difficult for many people. Chaffing, sweat, heat and the embarrassment often deter people from exercise. The AquaJogger Buoyancy belt, combined with structured aqua aerobics classes can do a lot for people looking to lose some weight.

Posted on 20, March 2008
Keen runners spend many hours pounding the pavement. Sometimes though they need a bit of variation so they should try the pool. Building aqua fitness using buoyancy belts and shoes enables runners to retain fitness while using new muscles without the crunching impact of running.

Posted on 17, March 2008
Proper breathing technique is extremely important during training. Breathing supplies oxygen to the muscle cells, which is essential for muscle contraction, and helps deliver energy and build the muscle. Make sure to exhale when you lift any weight and inhale when you lower it. The same techniques apply to aqua aerobics and other water based fitness programs. Poor breathing techniques can lead, very quickly to fatigue, and the build up of toxins in your muscles will lead to a greater incidence of cramping.

Posted on 14, March 2008
Depending on your age, level of conditioning, and your fitness goals, you should train in a particular heart-rate zone. Beginners should try to elevate their heart rate to 50%-60% of their maximum while intermediates and advanced should shoot for 70%-85% of their max. The higher your heart rate, the more calories you will burn and the more fit you can become. To figure your maximum heart rate, simply subtract your age from 220. For example, if you\'re 30 years old, you would have a maximum heart rate of 190. To work at 70% of your maximum heart rate, you would shoot for a heart rate of approximately 133 beats per minute (0.7 x 190). You can also count bpm (beats per minute) in 10-second increments and then multiply by six.

Posted on 07, March 2008
In the US, a revolutionary new drug has been developed that effectively blocks the body’s absorption of fat. The drug Orlistat, is a lipase inhibitor and prevents the body from storing the vast majority of saturated fat, the ones that cause the overweight condition leading to obesity. It’s great if you don’t mind the side effects, diarrhoea, oily bowel movements, gas, discharge, urgency and increased number of bowel movements. A healthier option would be to initiate a lifestyle change and begin a regular exercise regime coupled with a healthy diet. Aerobic exercise using AquaJogger buoyancy equipment can help you maintain a healthy weight range and an energetic outlook.

Posted on 29, February 2008
Aquatic activities like aqua aerobics usually facilitate a greater energy use than land based activities. This is due to the greater resistance provided by water as opposed to air. Did you know that water has 12 times the resistance of air? This means that the human body must expend the a far greater amount of energy completing a movement under water than it would in normal air. 30 minutes of aqua aerobics with AquaJogger will burn about 300 calories. The health benefits and a full list of very affordable AquaJogger buoyancy belts and aqua aerobic products can be found and purchased on this site.

Posted on 15, February 2008
The techniques involved with aqua aerobics vary, however most take their origins from land aerobics. Popular aqua exercises involve the use of buoyancy belts and common fitness methods like walking and running. The AquaJogger buoyancy belt suspends your body in water with your head above the water line and allows you to walk, run, run backwards, perform squats or punching motions without having to worry about staying above water. AquaJogger aqua aerobic products allow you to easily and safely work out in your own home or local pool and with AquaJogger products you can basically achieve the same outcomes as land aerobics without stressing your bones and joints.

Posted on 01, February 2008
The benefits of aqua aerobics are undisputed in the medical fraternity. It provides a stress free exercise session typical to aqua workouts that leaves you feeling refreshed and healthy, which is exactly what you are! Aqua aerobics and AquaJogger products work your cardio vascular system, increasing your heart capacity and thereby your body\\\'s ability to absorb oxygen. This increase allows you to think more clearly and generally improve your quality of life. Of course these potential benefits can be maximised by regular use and the self discipline to live a healthier life, eating healthy foods, quitting smoking and drinking in moderation.

Posted on 18, January 2008
The low impact environment of submerged aerobics provides us with a unique workout environment where our muscles and cardio vascular system are exercised without the strain and shock on our bones that running or weights creates. Aqua Jogger provides a unique range of aqua aerobic equipment that you can use to maximise your aqua exercise benefit.

Posted on 11, January 2008
Aqua aerobics helps to reduce swelling due to hydrostatic pressure, that is the normal water pressure felt when standing still under water. It also increases balance and stability because the water gives you time to react to falling or losing balance and of course its fun and confidence building!

Posted on 10, January 2008
Exercise in water is one of the easiest and most enjoyable ways for people with arthritis to keep fit. Proven therapeutical benefits of aqua aerobics and buoyancy belts include muscular relaxation and decreased muscle spasm, decreased pain due to warmth and the reductions in gravitational force and increased muscle strength and endurance due to the greater resistance movement in water compared to air.

Posted on 09, January 2008
Past research into Deep Water Running (DWR) has found it to improve aerobic capacity. It was found that when compared to compeditive land running, DWR led to a reduced incidence of musculoskeletal injury. It is of course the cushioning effect of water, which is 400 times more dense than air, that drastically reduces the impact of foot on ground and the resulting shockwave that reverberates throughout the body.

Posted on 08, January 2008
In an aqua exercise review, L.Kravitz Ph.D and J.J Mayo Ph.D found that "The buoyant force of water results in up to a 90% reduction in body weight in the water. Because of the cushioning effect of water, individuals potentially at risk to bodily stress from weight-bearing exercise, such as the elderly, obese, individuals with a soft tissue injury, or those with an orthopedic disorder, may find water to be the most desirable environment for exercise."

Posted on 07, January 2008
After years of toil and childbearing hard work, the baby boomers are looking for a reprieve, and many of them are turning to aqua aerobics. The low impact, low stress and relatively low cost is proving to be a very attractive option to keep fit. Other attractive features include the lack of BO producting sweat and its cool, muscle relaxing nature.

Posted on 06, January 2008
It is essential to ensure the safety of any young children engaging in any aquatic activity over the coming Summer. Even when encased in a protective shell of flotation devices it is still possible for children to slip out and get into trouble. The most effective safety precaution you, as a parent or guardian can employ, is to maintain a vigilant watch at all times.

Posted on 05, January 2008
Aqua aerobics is wonderful excersise, which is not only beneficial for the human body, but, also is a great fun to perform, especially during summer. In fact, in summer time, swimming serves as an excellent fitness choice to beat the summer heat. It provides you the best of both worlds, if on one hand, it provides the cardio benefits of running, then on the other hand, it paves way for achieving weight training strength building benefits.

Posted on 04, January 2008
There are other psychological benefit to aqua aerobics, if you allow it to occur. Relax and swim with a very low effort. Let your mind wander, focusing on nothing but the rhythm of your stroke. This form of meditation can help you gain a feeling of well-being, leaving your water session refreshed and ready to go on with the rest of your day. Many participants find an in-direct benefit from aqua aerobics.

Posted on 03, January 2008
Regular swimming and aqua aerobice builds endurance, muscle strength and cardio-vascular fitness. It can serve as a cross-training element to your regular workouts. Before a land workout, you can use the pool for a warm-up session. Swimming with increasing effort to gradually increase your heart rate and stimulate your muscle activity is easily accomplished in the water. After a land workout, swimming a few laps can help you cool-down, move blood through your muscles to help them recover, and help you relax as you glide through the water.

Posted on 02, January 2008
What can you do that's aerobic in a pool? You can walk, jog and run, all of which will strengthen quadriceps, hamstrings and glutei's as well develop cardio respiratory fitness. You can add ankle weights and arm weights and use a ball to push down. All these excercises are made much easier by the use of AquaJogger aqua aerobic products like Buoyancy belts or water hitches.

Posted on 01, January 2008
A person does not have to know how to swim in order to take advantage of water aerobic exercising. He or she can wear an AquaJogger Buoyancy belt that will enable them to stay afloat with little effort. This in turn enables the person to be able to concentrate on their aqua aerobic workout.

Posted on 31, December 2007
When looking for a good body of water to begin your aqua aerobic workout, outside ponds or lakes can be used, but an indoor pool is preferred. You can do warmups using the sides of the pool, and some of the exercises will also use these.

Posted on 30, December 2007
For some people it may be necessary for some people suffering pre-existing conditions to see a phiscian. These people will need to know if they are safe to begin a program and how much exercise and how intense their program should be.

Posted on 29, December 2007
Multi-directional resistance provides an excellent environment for rehabilitation of injured athletes and orthopedic patients. But, more important for those of you who are over-weight or who have not exercised for a while, this is an easy way to get back and stay in an exercise program.

Posted on 28, December 2007
The reason for this is because the water causes your body to be buoyant, thus causing less stress on your joints and muscles. Water aerobics is a non-weight bearing exercise where water, instead of your lower extremities, supports your weight. It provides a great deal of resistance in all directions for your muscles to work against.

Posted on 27, December 2007
Because it is done in water, you may perspire, but you will remain cooler because the water cools you off as you exert. This is one reason that water aerobics is popular in climates where the weather is quite warm. Another benefit of water aerobics is that you can do it, no matter your age.

Posted on 26, December 2007
While no single exercise is perfect for everyone, Water Aerobics comes close by conforming to individual needs, restrictions, and abilities. By adjusting the size and speed of your movements, you can change the level of exertion to suit your needs. It allows a person to exercise every muscle and every joint in the body all at the same time

Posted on 25, December 2007
Aerobics can be defined as any physical exercise that increases the heart rate and increases the body's intake of oxygen long enough to benefit the condition of the human body. Performing simple activities such as walking, running, dancing, and swimming are defined as doing aerobic exercises. This type of exercise has been around for some years, Today we have a newer addition that is called Water Aerobics. This type of aerobics allows a person to get the same benefits as regular aerobic workouts, but it has many advantages.

Posted on 24, December 2007
Some years ago, while visiting a spa, friends asked if I'd join them in a water aerobic class. It was challenging as we used weights and actually ran, jogged and stepped in the water. We worked so hard that we were sweating in the water -- a new sensation for those of us who had only done laps of the pool in the past.

Posted on 23, December 2007
Swimming is one of the most enjoyable and yet one of the most effective forms of exercise. The fact that swimming allows you to exercise without impacting on joints makes it particularly attractive to a wide protion of the community. AquaJogger equipment multiplies the effect of the swimming by helping with resistance, strength and cardio work.

Posted on 22, December 2007
In a typical 45-60 minute aqua aerobics session, an average person will burn 500-700 calories. To bring that into relativity, a 100g Mars bar contains 458 calories. Moral of the story? If you're serious about getting fit, you need to really think about what you can eat and how you need to apply yourself to aqua aerobics. Aquajogger buoyancy belts let you get the most of your aqua workouts.

Posted on 21, December 2007
Even with AquaJogger buoyancy belts and other floatation devices, children should always be supervised in the water. Drowning tragedies are terrible events that still occur in backyard pools world wide. Please be vigalent with friends and family this summer.