How to Select Water Aerobics Gear

If you think water aerobics is just about swimming around in circles or taking laps in a pool, then think again. There is a varied assortment of water aerobics gear to select from to help you get the most benefit out of your water aerobics workout--everything from water aerobics gear exercise belts to underwater MP3 players and eyewear. So, if you're about to plunge into water aerobics, follow these steps to find out how to select the right gear and accessories to keep you in the swim of things.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Water aerobics gear, as appropriate

Learn How to Select Water Aerobics Gear

1. Experience a few sessions of a water aerobics class before you begin to invest in water aerobics gear. This will give you a good idea of the kinds of accessories you may need according to the types of exercises you'll be doing.
2. Get the advice of your water aerobics class instructor on the gear and accessories that might best complement your workout before making any purchases.
3. Know that there are different kinds of water aerobics exercise belts that range in complexity and price. While most are intended to increase resistance by the use of bells or weights, others are designed to enhance specific water aerobics exercises, such as walking, jogging or bicycling movements under water.
4. Consider whether or not underwater gear might be right for you, such as nose plugs, eyewear or a full face mask. This kind of gear might be helpful, especially if you are sensitive to the presence of chlorine used the sanitize the pool water.
5. Add rhythm to your water aerobics routine with the use of a SwiMP3, a portable MP3 player designed to work underwater.
6. Ask the retailer or dealer to demonstrate how to use any water aerobics gear that you may be interested in before buying it. This will ensure that you will be using the product properly and avoid possible injury.
7. Browse a selection of water aerobics gear available online, such as the products offered on the Aqua Gear website (see Resources below).

Tips & Warnings

• Often a demonstration video is included with water aerobics gear and accessories. But, if the product you select doesn't, the retailer may still have some general how-to videos available for that type of equipment. So, don't hesitate to ask.
• Don't forget about gear for the kids, if they participate in a water aerobics class as well. Swimming diapers and junior water exercise belts, for instance, are designed for younger swimmers.

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