Dive Into Summer with 5 Pool Exercises

It’s too hot outside to work out! That seems to be the number one excuse for summer workouts. Now you don’t have one! Here are five pool moves to get that toned body bikini ready, while staying cool in the water. Not only are you constantly refreshed in the water, but pool workouts can actually burn fat faster than cardio on land. In addition to those benefits, swimming exercises are much easier on your knees and other joints, preventing injuries. Don’t worry if you’re no Michael Phelps, you don’t need to be with these simple moves. So what are you waiting for? Dive in! 

1. Water cardio 
While keeping proper running form, start jogging through the water. You will begin to create currents in the water, and by running through them you are stabilizing your core and other muscles. Remember, run with your head up and your shoulders and hips in one line. 

2. Swimmer arms 
Begin in a lunge position (right knee bent in 90 degrees with your left leg bent behind you). Reach your arms straight in front of you with your palms sandwiched together and your thumbs up. Open your arms straight out to your side, as if you are about to give someone a giant hug, and close them again. Complete 10 reps. 

3. Leg lifts 
While gently grasping onto the pool wall, face your hips to the wall, and kick out your right leg to the side as high as it can go with your toes pointed. Repeat ten times then switch to your left leg. 

4. Water Squats 
If you think squats on land get you quick results, try adding a little resistance in the water, for double the effect! With your feet hip distance apart and knees behind your toes, squat down in the water and use your glutes to push you back up to standing position. Complete 10 reps. 

5. Leg lifts 
Leaning back on the pool edge, put your legs straight out in front of you. While keeping your abs tight, lift your legs up and then lower them back down. Complete 10 reps.