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Heart Rate and Energy Expenditure During Aqua Dynamics.
The Physician and Sportsmedicine
|July 14, 2016
Summary
Aqua dynamics workouts offer moderate intensity exercise, suitable for individuals with lower physical work capacity. This aquatic exercise is a beneficial alternative for those who enjoy swimming but cannot do lap swimming.
Area of Science:
- Exercise Physiology
- Sports Science
Background:
- Aquatic exercise, or aqua dynamics, is gaining recognition as a low-impact physical activity.
- Understanding the physiological responses to different intensities and durations of aqua dynamics is crucial for exercise prescription.
Purpose of the Study:
- To measure the physiological responses (heart rate, oxygen uptake, energy expenditure) during aqua dynamics workouts of varying durations and intensities.
- To assess the suitability of aqua dynamics as a conditioning program for individuals with low physical work capacity.
Main Methods:
- Three young women participated in aqua dynamics workouts: 20-minute low-gear, 30-minute middle-gear, and 60-minute high-gear.
- Heart rate, oxygen uptake (VO2 max), and energy expenditure (kcals min(-1)) were continuously monitored during each session.
Main Results:
- All workouts were of moderate intensity, with average heart rates between 70%-77% of maximum heart rate (HR max).
- Average oxygen uptakes ranged from 51%-57% of maximum oxygen uptake (VO2 max).
- Average energy expenditures were between 5.9 and 6.5 kcals min(-1).
Conclusions:
- Aqua dynamics provides a moderate-intensity cardiovascular workout.
- This form of aquatic exercise is a viable and beneficial conditioning option for individuals with limited physical work capacity who enjoy swimming.
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