Essential Swim Gear for Water Aerobics and Aqua Therapy

Aqua aerobics is that fun looking class with upbeat music and fitness fans getting their groove on. But what water aerobics gear do you need to join in? Mostly just a suit but might we make a few suggestions to amp up your enjoyment. Not into all the song and dance? Aqua therapy or workouts in the pool utilize much of the same equipment to boost up your success rate and overall conditioning.

Equipment Needed for Water Aerobics

Shoes:

Running, walking and dancing can do a number on the soft bottoms of your feet. Depending on how textured your local swimming hole’s plaster is, a pair of water shoes or water socks can save you some major discomfort. Speedo’s Surfwalker Pro’s are fast drying and slip on and off easily with no laces or straps. With a snug fit and grippy soles these shoes make water workouts much more enjoyable.

Weights:

Let’s keep this one in house with our very own Kiefer ankle and wrist weights. These portable weights are made primarily of soft and durable neoprene. Being fully adjustable with clips makes them a good fit for everyone. Increase the difficulty of your workout with different weights as your strength increases! Voila.

Swim Gloves:

If adding weight isn’t your thing check out water gloves that slide on your hands putting webbing between your fingers. Swim gloves increase water resistance and come in a variety of materials to fit your needs. Kiefer currently offers neoprene, silicone, and Lycra®.

Barbells & Dumbbells:

Don’t panic! Not the heavy weight room kind, these aqua specialty barbells and dumbbells are made of foam and plastics. They increase resistance and are very lightweight. Some classes utilize handheld equipment such as these to push through the water, down to the bottom or out in front. The bigger the dumbbell or barbell the more resistance the user encounters. Kiefer offers a wide variety sure to please everyone.

Learn More About Aquatic Fitness: 

• Guide to Dryland Swimming Workouts and Products
• Swimming vs. Running: Which is a Better Form of Exercise
• Upper Body Water Workouts with Kiefer Dumbbells
• Basic Gear For Fitness Swimming
• Basic Gear For Fitness Swimming Part 2
• Swimming Stretches
• Swim Fitness During Pregnancy