Suspension Training for Swim Fitness
TRX suspension trainers are deceiving: While it may seem you’re only doing “easy” bodyweight exercises, TRX challenges you through stability. Here are some great exercises for divers.
TRX suspension trainers are deceiving: While it may seem you’re only doing “easy” bodyweight exercises, TRX challenges you through stability. Here are some great exercises for divers.
Yoga can boost strength, balance and mental clarity. Want to make it more challenging? Perform yoga on a paddleboard. Learn more about padddleboard yoga and how it can benefit you.
Heart-rate training enables you to gauge how hard you’re exercising. You’re able to determine your exercise intensity which could lead to better overall fitness and fitness to dive.
Need to spice up your workout routine? Intimidated by kettlebells? These exercises with step-by-step instructions will help you master this versatile piece of equipment.
Mobility drills can increase strength in shoulders, hips, knees and other important joints. Grab a dowel and target some commonly ignored regions of the body that are important for scuba diving.
Strength, range of motion and balance can improve your overall dive experience. Learn some functional exercises to increase your strength and make you a better overall diver.
Physioball exercises will help develop strong stabilizing muscles, which are beneficial for maneuvering in water and on a rocking boat. The exercises prime these muscles to act quickly and effectively if you need to catch your balance, thereby protecting the integrity of your joints. T
We dive with a buddy, so why not work out with one too? Research shows that adding a social component to exercise frequently improves program adherence. Among the possible reasons for sticking with a program involving a partner may be the fun, accountability, motivation or preplanning to prioritize in an otherwise busy schedule. Adding a partner workout can also mix up your exercise routine. For these exercises all you need is a medicine ball and a willing partner.
Considered a form of preventative medicine by the American College of Sports Medicine, exercise has a wide range of positive physical, mental and cognitive benefits. This program should help keep you fit and healthy for your next dive. Use the modifications and challenges to suit your individual needs and fitness level. This timed program is designed to keep your heart rate elevated throughout the routine to strengthen your heart, lungs and muscles.