May 23, 2019 | Wavemakers
Clarity. Confidence. Connections. These are the things I’ve personally gained developing Wavemakers®. I started developing Wavemakers® two years ago with the idea of helping other water exercise instructors get to the top of their game. I collaborated with people in...
May 16, 2019 | Water Exercise, Wavemakers
Being a part of the aquatic fitness industry gives me opportunity to meet some amazing folks. At AEA’s International Aquatic Fitness Conference 2019, I met Katrina Hereford of Greenville South Carolina. An AEA-certified instructor and recreational therapist, Katrina...
May 9, 2019 | Lower Body, Water Exercise, Wavemakers
Why do you need 20 new ways to jog in the pool? A well-designed water workout includes three simple ingredients: warm-up, conditioning and warm-down. The warm-up and warm-down should always sandwich the work phase, preparing the body to work in the water and then get...
May 2, 2019 | Be a Coach, Uncategorized, Wavemakers
Thanks to its smart design and versatility of use, the Swiss Army Knife allows you to carry an entire toolbox in your pocket. I was ten when I got my first Swiss Army knife, and I remember being fascinated by the incredible number of tools packed into that shiny red...
Apr 25, 2019 | Water Exercise, Wavemakers
Having the right credentials is important for fitness leaders, yet navigating water exercise certification, and figuring out what’s best for you, can be confusing. I’ve been involved in aquatics for over 25 years. Along the way, I’ve worked for leading fitness...
Nov 15, 2018 | Wavemakers
“What’s the difference?” I hear you ask. Water aerobics and water exercise seem interchangeable; basically the same thing. But what if I told you the former won’t help you reach your goals, but the latter will? While it didn’t gain popularity...