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Hand Buoys for Hip, Knee, and Shoulder Mobility
If you’ve ever felt stiffness in your hips, knees, or shoulders, you know how limiting it can be. But did you know that your hands play a big role in how your body moves? By understanding the hand-hip connection, you can unlock greater mobility, reduce tension, and...
Walk Further Cardio: Strengthen Your Stride and Move with Ease
Walking is one of the simplest and most effective ways to stay active, but if you want to walk longer, stronger, and pain-free, your body needs more than just endurance. Your stride relies on a combination of flexibility, strength, and coordination. Key areas like...
Knee-Friendly Water Workout: Jack, Jog, & Ski
If you’ve ever struggled to find a lower-body workout that strengthens your legs without stressing your knees, you’re not alone. High-impact exercises can be tough on the joints, but that doesn’t mean you have to give up on building strength and mobility. That’s where...
Stronger Knees, Healthier Hips: Unlock Pain-Free Movement
Is knee or hip pain holding you back from doing the things you love? Whether it’s playing golf, climbing stairs, or just enjoying a walk without discomfort, finding relief might feel out of reach. But what if the solution could be as simple as stepping into the pool?...
Is Water the Secret to Better Mobility and Recovery? Here’s How It Works
Let’s face it—staying active can feel like a juggling act, especially as we age. A twinge here, a tweak there, and suddenly the activities we once loved don’t feel as enjoyable anymore. But what if the key to moving better and feeling stronger was as simple as...
Avoid Stiffness and Fatigue: Simple Mobility Moves for the Holidays
The holiday season often comes with long car rides, flights, and hours spent sitting at family gatherings. While the festivities are joyful, they can take a toll on your body—leaving you feeling stiff, fatigued, and achy. The good news? With a few intentional mobility...
Kickstart 2025 with the SMART Feel-Better Challenge
As we enter 2025, it’s the perfect time to start the year off right—focused on health, vitality, and strength. At Wavemakers, we’re excited to offer our SMART Feel-Better Challenge to help you improve your walking strength, stamina, and balance, ensuring you move into...
Tired of Feeling ALMOST Good In Your Workouts? Here’s How to Break Through
Do you ever feel like you’re close to feeling your best, but not quite there? Maybe your energy is okay, but you still get tired halfway through your day. Or your joints feel better than they used to, but certain movements still cause discomfort. That “almost good”...
5 Ways to Practice Self-Care in December
The holiday season is a beautiful time of year, but let's get real—it can also be incredibly overwhelming. December often feels like an endurance test of endless to-do lists, family gatherings, and emotional gymnastics. But instead of getting swept up in the chaos,...
A Comprehensive Guide to Tabata Training in Water Workouts
If you’ve ever tried high-intensity interval training (HIIT), you know it’s one of the most efficient ways to build strength and endurance quickly. But have you heard of Tabata? This specialized form of HIIT packs a punch in just four minutes, pushing your limits with...
How Water Exercises Can Make Walking Easier
Have you ever felt hesitant to go for a walk because the distance seemed too much? Or maybe you've found yourself putting off errands like going to the grocery store simply because the thought of all that walking feels exhausting? With the holidays approaching, and...
Training the Hips for Stronger, Safer Walking
Fall is my favorite time of year, and I love spending more time outdoors on the trails. It may sound a little funny, but this year I started training for walking. Yes, you read that right—training for walking! While moving more is great for keeping strong and...
Strength vs. Endurance: The Key to Injury Prevention and Multi-Directional Fitness
When it comes to sports—think: tennis, golf, or softball—moving in multiple directions quickly and with control is essential. The ability to shift from one direction to another, generate power, and maintain balance is what separates great performance from injury-prone...
Injury Prevention: Building Strength and Mobility for a Resilient Body
Injury prevention often falls low on our list of priorities. Let’s be honest, it's hard to get excited about preventing something that hasn’t happened yet. It’s only when pain, injury, or surgery hit that we start paying attention—those are the moments we’re motivated...
How to Build Hip Strength with Six Directional Movement
When it comes to building strength and mobility, moving in six directions isn’t just effective—it’s essential. Too often, our bodies fall into repetitive patterns, focusing on just one or two planes of motion. But true, balanced strength comes from training the body...
Weight Training in the Pool: Choosing the Best Hand Buoys
When it comes to water exercise, hand buoys—or foam dumbbells—are a staple for many. These popular pieces of equipment can elevate your workout by providing resistance, improving muscle strength, and enhancing your overall fitness. But are you using the right hand...
What’s New Inside Wavemakers (September 2024)
I'm SO excited to announce a massive update inside the Wavemakers membership. I've been listening to your feedback and making the biggest updates since the app launched in 2022. Why? Because it's about your results. Making sure you get your best results is the reason...
How To Use A Pool Noodle For Maximum Results
The pool noodle might just be the most underrated piece of equipment for water exercise. This simple foam tool transforms how your muscles work by adding buoyancy and resistance, offering a surprising challenge that can lead to impressive strength gains, bone...
Step Up Your Water Workouts: The Essential Guide to Water Exercise Shoes
When it comes to enhancing your water exercise routine, you might not immediately think of shoes as a crucial piece of equipment. But wearing shoes can significantly improve your water workouts by providing added resistance, support, and stability. Let's dive into why...
Water Weights for Water Exercise: The Secret Tool
When you think of water exercise, water weights might be the first thing that comes to mind. They can be amazing tools to add resistance and intensity to your workouts. But there's a lesser-known tool that can absolutely revolutionize your water exercise routine and...
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