Fito Florensa, personal trainer, on water activities: "When the body is parallel to the ground, blood can be distributed better throughout the body."

Fito Florensa , personal trainer and director of Koa Center , believes that summer is an ideal time to practice water sports , whether in the pool or the ocean. In an interview on the program La primera piedra , the specialist highlighted its benefits for health and fitness . " When the body is parallel to the ground, the blood can be distributed better throughout the body, " he noted, noting that this position helps regulate cardiovascular pressure and promotes better circulation.

The trainer recalled that walking or running in water has been used for years in rehabilitation, as it reduces the impact on the joints . " The main benefit is the reduced impact on the joints , ideal for pregnant women, for example ," he indicated. In his opinion, the buoyancy of the water helps maintain stability and reduces the risk of falls, something especially important at this stage, allowing training without putting strain on the knees or back .

Strength and toning with aquatic resistance

In addition to aerobic exercise, Florensa emphasized that it's possible to perform strength exercises in the water using Styrofoam dumbbells. These tools, which are more resistant to movement than hands, allow you to work your entire body . According to the expert, the combination of resistance and buoyancy offers a safe and effective workout, while the water temperature helps improve circulation and combat heat .

Among the health benefits, the personal trainer highlighted that aquatic activities help control heart rate , benefiting people who are overweight , have circulatory problems, or have high blood pressure . The resistance of water increases caloric expenditure but maintains a more stable heart rate than in other sports. Likewise, having to inhale between dives promotes deeper breathing , which relaxes the diaphragm and generates a feeling of calm and well-being .