Work out in water
(HealthDay News) -- When you need to lose weight, you may want to seek exercises that are low-impact and easier on your joints. Working out in water can help you shed pounds safely.
The potential benefits of water workouts include:
- improved flexibility during exercise
- greater joint and muscle movement
- less muscle soreness
- lower risk of injury
- You are less likely to become overheated if exercising in water.
Attribution: -- Diana Kohnle
U.S. National Institutes of Health
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First published: 08/24/2012
Last updated: 08/24/2012