Take your workout to the pool
Many "Y"s and tness centers have water classes.
Water has something for every exerciser. It provides an environment for a cardiovascular workout, support for balance exercise, and relief for aching joints. "The water is a great tool, whatever your goals or level of fitness," says Dr. Diana Fischer, orthopedic clinical supervisor at Harvard-affiliated Spaulding Rehabilitation Institute.
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