When we workout in water, it becomes our training partner (one we just can’t find on land). It helps us tune in, feel more, and move in new ways that our body is craving.
This month inside Wavemakers, I’ve been hearing amazing stories from members who are learning that sometimes, slowing down is where the real strength begins.
Sue’s Breakthrough
“My class was amazed at how much balance was involved and how many more muscles they could feel working as they got slower. A couple of the ‘speed demons’ were especially convinced of the benefits of changing the speed.”
Slowing down sounds simple, but it’s not always easy. When you move uncomfortably slowly, you can’t rely on momentum. You have to stay connected—every muscle working, every adjustment counted.
That’s when you discover the difference between building strength and just coasting through the motion.
The Lesson
Consistency matters, but just showing up isn’t enough. True change happens when you bring presence to your workout.
When you set an intention (like improving balance), you can match your effort to the skill you want to build. That’s where speed becomes a powerful tool.
Try this:
- Perform a move slowly
- Then uncomfortably slowly
- Then at medium speed
- Then at fast speed
Each speed reveals something different.
- Slow builds control and precision—no momentum to hide behind.
- Fast trains your quick response—the ability to catch yourself when balance starts to slip.
Balance isn’t about doing everything at one speed, but it’s about exploring the full spectrum. Slow develops strength. Fast builds resilience. Together, they teach your body how to move with steadiness and confidence.
👉 Want to explore this idea more deeply? Read: Busting the Myth: Why Slower Isn’t Always Easier
And if you’d like guided workouts that help you build strength, stability, and confidence at your own pace, start your free 14-day trial of Wavemakers and experience what moving in your feel-good range can do for you.