The Pool Workout

Are you making the most of your pool?

I have always wanted a pool and now I have one. To be perfectly honest, I have never exercised so much in my life and had so much fun doing it. Playing in a pool is leaving me exhausted, but what a way to burn calories.

Did you know that water has 12x the resistance of air and is easy on all of your joints... and you don't sweat! If you don't like to exercise, playing in the pool delivers... big time. How can I be so sure? I am now the proud owner of a new pool. Only problem is... it's about 1700 miles away from my back yard... in Florida!

The Dreaded Spare Tire
You can do some serious damage to that spare tire of fat around your middle by lunging to the right and turning the torso to the left. Repeat to the left, turning the torso to the right and prepare to feel the results.

Running on the Spot
I have tried running on a treadmill but it can't compare to running in a pool. It's relaxing and easy on all the joints.

Equipment You Might Want to Use
I'm sure that you are expecting me to suggest something expensive. You couldn't be more wrong. I'm talking about pool noodles. They are under $5.00, actually, I picked up two noodles for less than that and they are fun. You can use them so many ways and even though you can simply float away, I doubt that you will. Your legs will get a workout that you won't believe.

Add Music
Put on your favorite cd and run or walk in time to music. For some reason, time passes very quickly in the pool.

Tread Water
This is a tough one so start slowly and build up your strength. For my first attempt, I treaded water while counting to 30. That was it for me, but the following day, I did my best to add a few seconds.

Jumping Jacks
Another easy exercise to do and everyone remembers how to do them. Think back to gym class. These are more fun!

There you go. I bet you never thought that exercise could be this much fun. I know that I certainly didn't!