With the New Year comes a multitude of resolutions, many of them regarding health. And not surprising, many will turn to water therapy and exercise as a way to get fit, change bad habits and feel better. Whether your facility offers exercise classes or you have yet to add them to your programming, this year we reported on four stories about the health benefits of water, providing even more reason for patrons to turn to the pool for fitness and prevention. Here’s a look back at the four articles we published in 2016. How have you targeted those who may find such classes useful?
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Research Shows Stroke Patients Can Benefit From Water Exercise
New studies suggest water immersion and exercise may help stroke patients regain mobility more easily than land exercise
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New Study: Swimming is Effective Part of Treatment for Fibromyalgia
With about 5 million American sufferers, the need for relief is great.
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ASA’s ‘Dementia Friendly Swimming Project’ is Changing Lives
Swimming therapy for Alzheimer’s patients proves successful in England
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More on the Connection Between Exercise and Dementia
Researchers report progress on the war against Alzheimer’s.
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Connecting Health Benefits to Water Fitness
What the aquatics industry stands to gain from teaching people about water immersion's health benefits
