AquaLITE: Low-Impact Pool Workout at West Wave Auckland

💧 AquaLITE at West Wave Pool and Leisure Centre offers a gentle yet effective low-intensity water workout that strengthens muscles and improves mobility while being kind to your joints. This equipment-based class is perfect for all fitness levels, including those recovering from injuries.

Class Details:

• Location: West Wave Pool and Leisure Centre, 20 Alderman Drive, Henderson, Auckland 0612
• Cost: $8.90 casual visit or $80.10 for a 10-visit pass
• Suitable for: All fitness levels, from those with limited mobility to active participants
• Contact: 09 301 0101 or westwave@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

The Benefits of Low-Intensity Water Exercise 🏊‍♀️

AquaLITE harnesses the natural properties of water to provide a supportive environment for exercise. The buoyancy of water reduces pressure on joints while offering natural resistance that strengthens muscles effectively.

Water-based workouts like AquaLITE provide several key advantages:

• Joint-friendly exercise: The water supports up to 90% of your body weight, dramatically reducing impact on joints while allowing for comfortable movement
• Full-body workout: Water resistance works muscles from multiple angles, providing balanced strengthening throughout the body
• Improved mobility: The supportive environment allows for greater range of motion than land-based exercises
• Cardiovascular benefits: Even at lower intensities, water exercise effectively improves heart and lung function
• Rehabilitation friendly: Ideal for those recovering from injuries or managing chronic conditions

The equipment used in AquaLITE adds variety and can target specific muscle groups while maintaining the gentle nature of the workout. Whether you're new to exercise, managing mobility challenges, or simply enjoy the refreshing qualities of water workouts, this class provides an accessible and effective fitness option.

Join us at West Wave Pool and Leisure Centre for a rejuvenating workout that's as enjoyable as it is beneficial. No swimming experience is necessary - just a willingness to try something new in a supportive environment. 💦