What’s Deep Water Running?

Have you ever heard of deep water running? This activity, which is also known as aqua jogging, is a great way for runners to prevent injuries from occurring and to recover from current injuries. It’s a great alternative to running outside when the weather is extremely hot and humid.

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You guys, I’m running again!! Okay, not on land, but this feels like the next best thing right now. 🏃🏼‍♀️👙💦💕 Imagine being sidelined from running for months, and then learning there’s a system that can simulate a workout closer to a run than any other cross-training activity with ZERO impact. I always thought pool running was simply putting on a flotation belt and treading back and forth in a lane (which seemed incredibly boring to me), but then @fluidrunning reached out to me. What a game changer!! They sent me their Fluid Running H2GO System and Media bundle to try out (with no obligation), and as soon as I tried it I couldn’t wait to share my experience because I’m SURE there are others who could benefit from this if you haven’t already heard of it. . The bundle comes with the belt, a tether, a Bluetooth waterproof headset, and access to an app with fully coached deep water workouts. Side note: I use my own pull-buoy tucked into the belt for extra buoyancy and MY HAIR DOES NOT GET WET. 💁🏼‍♀️🙌🏼 . This isn’t just jogging in place under water to background music. It’s sprint intervals, endurance blocks, variation in strides. It’s a legit workout if you put in the effort! And it also engages your core and arms thanks to the resistance of the water. 💪🏼 Jennifer’s coaching is encouraging and upbeat, and she’ll even have you thinking you’re out on a real run at times (I may have closed my eyes and visualized being out on the track during those 10×10-second sprints this morning 😍). . This is absolutely going to be in my rotation for a while as I continue my road to recovery. A couple of times this weekend I was able to time my workouts when it was nice and sunny, and it was EXACTLY what I’ve been needing so badly…an outdoor workout in the sunshine (and it’s so nice to be in a heated pool)! I already even have tan lines on my back…in February! ☀️😎 Okay, the other time I got caught in an intense hail storm (true story), but on good weather days this workout has given me a glimpse of that runner’s high I miss so much. Thank you so much @fluidrunning! . I’m happy to answer any questions you might have (and I’m sure they can chime in as well)…

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To reach your milestone you have to run in water deep enough that you can’t touch the bottom of the swimming pool. Water creates more resistance than air, so it is more difficult to run, which prevents you from damaging your joints.

To properly do deep water running, you need to stimulate your normal running style. Always keep a loosely close fist and let your legs move you forward. Do not ever paddle with open or cupped hands. Also, make sure the bottoms of your feet are kicking the water behind you.

Don’t get scared if your heart rate drops, it will be about 10 percent less than at the same intensity on land.

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