The new physical activity that can help you lose weight according to a study and that is "spreading" throughout the USA.
This series of exercises have a particular element: they are carried out underwater.
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Among the variety of exercises that can contribute to excessive weight loss, a new alternative has emerged that could provide the same benefits, but under a completely different work scheme: aquatic aerobics.
According to a recent study conducted by specialists from Pukyong National University in Busan, South Korea, it was revealed that performing this type of exercise helped in the loss of nearly 3 kilograms of weight (6 pounds), as well as the reduction of over an inch (2.6 centimeters) of waistline in overweight individuals, over a period of 6 to 12 weeks.
However, as part of the research published in the specialized journal BMJ Open, it was also concluded that this type of exercise could benefit, to a greater extent, women.
Specifically, aquatic aerobics interventions lasting more than 10 weeks significantly reduced body weight and waist circumference, with a more pronounced effect observed in women.
A new scheme that could revolutionize exercise
As revealed in the same research, a group of 286 participants was considered, who carried out a variety of water exercises, such as:
- Dance
- Zumba
- Yoga
- Jogging
During the experiment, individuals performed these types of exercises 2 to 3 times a week for one hour. After the trial weeks, the specialists concluded, firstly, the decrease in body weight among participants, as well as the reduction in waist size.
The "disadvantages" of this practice
However, despite these "benefits," it was also concluded that these exercises did not contribute to the reduction in Body Mass Index (BMI). Despite this, the group of scientists determined that these actions can help reduce health risks associated with obesity.
"Supports the use of aquatic aerobics as an effective intervention to reduce overall body weight and central obesity, which are critical factors in managing health risks related to obesity," stated Jong-Chul Park, the study's lead researcher.
In addition, it was also concluded that they may have a lower impact of damage because, due to the buoyancy of water, overweight individuals have a lower risk of suffering any injury.
Likewise, the same group of scientists mentioned that it is necessary to continue conducting more tests and exercises to better understand the benefits of these aquatic activities.
*This article has been automatically translated using artificial intelligence
