Things You'll Need:
- Swimming pool
- Swimsuit
- Flotation belt
- Float shoes
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Step 1
Flotation belts and shoes are not required for water jogging, though they give you more flexibility in your workouts. Without flotation gear, find a pool where you can run in waist-deep water.
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Step 2
If you want to use flotation gear, hit the pool in an area deep enough that your feet aren’t touching the bottom.
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Step 3
Properly fitted, your aqua belt should keep you buoyant enough that only your head will be above water. Maintain an upright vertical position no matter how fast you are running.
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Step 4
Because the pool water creates resistance around your entire body, your arms will do more work than they would in land-based running. Pump your arms as you normally would on the land, and don’t be surprised if you feel an extra burn the next couple days.
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Step 5
Water jogging is very tiring, especially for beginners. Expect your legs to feel like wet noodles after your first workout.
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Step 6
Even though the pool temperature might keep you from feeling sweaty and overheated, hydration is still important. Drink plenty of water.
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Step 7
For some people, water running is as tedious and boring as a treadmill run. To keep it interesting, create interval workouts and focus on proper form and cadence.
Comments
jimdris said
on 1/8/2008 We have an above ground 21' pool. Do we run in place or try to run around the inside perimeter?
ZachC said
on 10/16/2007 liked your advice...am re-habbing my right achilles and have been doing some 'pool therapy' recently...will definitely be trying some water jogging!