Aqua Fit Program general fitness

Aqua Fit Program

General fitness

Total Program Duration

60 minutes

Difficulty Level

4 / 5

LEGEND

Activate the HydroFitness™️ swim module to increase the effectiveness of this exercise.

Functional Mobility - 10 min

Start the session progressively by activating posture, breathing, and joints. Perform 2 sets with 30 seconds to 1 minute of rest.

Recommended accessory: Aqua fins.

HIP ROTATION WITH AQUA FINS

Information

Sets: 2

Repetition: 8-10

Rest: 00:10

Explanation

Standing in chest-deep water, slightly lift one leg and perform circular hip rotations while keeping your back straight and core engaged. Maintain a smooth, controlled movement without forcing the range of motion. 

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Shoulder Rotation

Information

Sets: 2

Repetition: 8-10

Rest: 00:10

Explanation

Stand upright with your back aligned and core slightly engaged. Raise and lower your arm slowly to shoulder height, keeping the movement controlled, your spine aligned, and your shoulders relaxed. 

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Hip Abduction / Adduction with Aqua Fins

Information

Sets: 2

Repetition: 8-10

Rest: 00:10

Explanation

Stand on one foot in the water, keeping your back straight, core engaged, and head aligned over the supporting foot. Move the straight leg out to the side, then bring it back toward the body’s midline with a slow, controlled motion. 

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knee flexion and extension with aqua fins

Information

Sets: 2

Repetition: 8-10

Tempo: Per side

Rest: 00:10

Explanation

Standing, core engaged, lift one foot in front and alternate knee flexion and extension. Keep the standing leg stable, your back straight, and use a slow momentum for better control and stability. 

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Kick back with aqua fins

Information

Set: 2

Repetition: 8-10

Tempo: Per side

Rest: 00:10

Explanation

Standing in the water, keep your back straight and your core engaged. Shift your weight onto one supporting leg, then bend the other leg backward toward your glutes, contracting the back of the thighs. Slowly return to the starting position. Keep the movement smooth and controlled. 

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Dynamic Warm-up - 7 min

Improve the fluidity and range of your movements to promote optimal alignment and safe execution. Perform 2 sets, then gradually progress to 3 sets. Rest: 1 minute. Controlled and steady pace.

Recommended accessories: Aqua fins and Hydrotone bells.

Cross-Touch with Aqua Fins

Information

Sets: 2

Duration: 00:50

Rest: 00:10

Explanation

Standing, feet grounded shoulder-width apart, lift one foot in front of you and touch it with the opposite hand. Alternate the movement in a smooth, controlled way, keeping your back straight and core engaged. 

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Shoulder external–internal rotation with hydrotone bells

Information

Set: 2

Duration: 00:50

Rest: 00:10

Explanation

With elbows bent at 90° and arms at shoulder height, keep your arms close to your torso. Open your forearms outward, then bring them back inward. Keep your chest upright and your core engaged to stabilize the movement. 

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HIGH KNEES IN PLACE WITH AQUA FINS

Information

Set : 2

Repetition : 10-20

Rest : 00:30

Explanation

Keep your back straight, head up, and core engaged. Lift your knees one at a time to hip height while alternating your arms, with elbows bent at 90°. Stay on the balls of your feet to promote balance and dynamic movement.

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Alternating lunge jumps with hydrotone bells

Information

Set: 2

Duration: 00:50

Rest: 00:10

Explanation

Standing, start in a split squat position with a dumbbell in each hand. Jump by reversing the position of the legs. Keep your back straight, your head up, your chest out and your core engaged. 

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Overall Toning - 12min

Strengthen the entire body through functional and controlled movements to develop stability and tone. Perform up to 3 sets per block, with 1 to 2 minutes of rest. Maintain a steady and controlled movement.

Recommended accessories: Aqua barbell, Hydrotone bells, and Aqua fins.

Kayak pushes with aqua barbell

Information

Set: 3

Duration: 00:30

Rest: 00:10

Explanation

Keep your chest upright and your arms extended while holding the barbell. Rotate your arms forward as if gripping a kayak paddle, then perform a steady paddling motion, alternating from side to side. Maintain stability throughout the movement and engage your leg muscles for support. 

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Reverse kayak pushes with aqua barbell

Information

Set: 3

Duration: 00:30

Rest: 00:10

Explanation

Stand tall and maintain a strong, stable posture. Hold the bar with a wide grip, then perform a reverse paddling motion, alternating steadily from side to side. Push and guide the bar outward and downward. Keep your core engaged and your legs firmly grounded. 

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Cauldron with Aqua Barbell

Information

Set: 3

Duration: 00:30

Rest: 00:10

Explanation

Keep your knees slightly bent. Engage your core and glutes. Ensure you have a wide grip on the bar. Submerge half of the bar underwater and start performing a “stirring” motion ensuring you keep the bar vertical. Repeat in both directions 

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Horizontal Rotation with Aqua Barbell

Information

Set: 3

Duration: 00:30

Rest: 00:10

Explanation

Stand with your feet hip-width apart and hold the bar in front of you at shoulder width. Rotate your torso from side to side slowly and with control, keeping your chin, chest, and the bar aligned. 

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Spartan with Aqua Barbell

Information

Set: 3

Duration: 00:30

Rest: 00:10

Explanation

Hold the bar at the center with one hand. Rotate your torso to one side, then bring the bar back to the center. Switch hands in the middle of the movement while allowing the hips to pivot, then continue toward the opposite side. 

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Jump squat with hydrotone bells

Information

Set: 3

Duration: 00:30

Rest: 00:10

Explanation

Standing with feet hip-width apart, jump as high as possible. Absorb the landing. Keep your back straight, head up, and core engaged. 

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Alternating bent-over row with hydrotone bells

Information

Set: 3

Duration: 00:30

Rest: 00:10

Explanation

With your chest facing the bottom of the pool, hinge at the hips. Hold the water dumbbells with a neutral grip and pull one arm toward your torso alternately. Keep your torso straight and your chest open throughout the movement. 

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Explosive jumping jack with aqua fins and hydrotone bells

Information

Set: 3

Duration: 00:30

Tempo: Per side

Rest: 00:10

Explanation

In a split squat position, lift the back knee off the floor and jump straight up explosively. Control the landing by bringing the knee back down to the ground, then push off again immediately. Keep 

the feet apart and the back straight throughout the movement. 

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Front fly with hydrotone bells

Information

Set: 3

Duration: 00:30

Rest: 00:10

Explanation

Standing, hold the dumbbells at shoulder height with your arms extended in front of you, palms facing each other. Open your arms out to the sides, then return to the starting position. 

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HALF LEG RAISE WITH POOL EDGE SUPPORT AND AQUA FINS

Information

Set : 2

Repetition : 10-20

Rest : 00:30

Explanation

Sit on the edge of the pool with your legs submerged in the water. Raise your legs, bringing your upper body and legs toward each other to form a V shape. Keep your core engaged to control the movement and maintain stability.

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Counter-Current Training - 20 min

Develop your power, coordination, and endurance thanks to water resistance from the HydroFitness™ swim module, with no impact. Adaptations are transferable to most sports. Perform 1 to 2 sets per exercise, with up to 1 minute of rest.

Accessoires recommandés : Planche de natation, Palmes, Aqua vélo et Module de nage HydroFitness

Swim of your choice

Information

set: 2

Duration: 2:00

Speed: 2:00 / 100 m

Rest : 1:00

Explanation

Keep the body long and engaged. Alternate the arms in a smooth motion while performing steady flutter kicks with the legs. Keep the core engaged to stabilize the body and promote efficient swimming.

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Front kick with fins and kickboard

Information

set: 2

Duration: 2:00

Speed: 2:00 / 100 m

Rest : 1:00

Explanation

Hold the kickboard in front of you with both hands, arms extended. Keep your body aligned and your abs engaged. Perform steady and dynamic flutter kicks to propel yourself forward.

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Aqua bike

Information

set: 2

Duration: 2:00

Perceived Exertion : 7/10

Rest : 1:00

Explanation

Sit tall on the aquabike, hands on handlebars. Long back, head up, core engaged. Pedal in rhythm, control speed and range. Breathe steadily.

Cool-down - 5 min

Cool-down

Shoulder stretch against the wall

Information

Set: 3

Duration: 00:30

Rest: 00:10

Explanation

Place one arm flat against the pool wall at about a 30° angle.Stretch the shoulder by gently turning your upper body towardthe side opposite the arm on the wall.

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Quadriceps stretch

Information

Set: 3

Duration: 00:30

Rest: 00:10

Explanation

Place your hand on the wall of the pool and hold your ankle to stretch the front part of your thigh. Keep the knee aligned with the hip, core engaged and your back straight.

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Deborah Hayon your trainer

Deborah is a personal trainer who transforms health and well-being through a science-based approach to movement and strength. Drawing on the expertise she has gained through her experiences around the world, she creates personalized programs that strengthen both body and mind, improve mobility, and build lasting habits. Her goal: to help you achieve optimal health, strength, and unwavering confidence.

DISCLAIMER

The HydroFitness™ program is provided for informational and fitness purposes only. Before beginning this program or any other exercise program, it is strongly recommended that you consult a physician or qualified healthcare professional.

Anyone who uses the information, exercises, or content provided in the program does so voluntarily and at their own risk.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, HydroFitness™, Trévi, Deborah Hayon, as well as their representatives, employees, and partners, disclaim any liability for any injury, loss, or damage, whether direct or indirect, that may result from the use, misuse, or interpretation of the information, exercises, or content provided, or from relying on such information, exercises, or content.

It is your responsibility to assess your own medical and physical condition, or that of your clients, and to independently determine whether the exercises, advice, or information provided are appropriate, safe, and suitable for your situation.

Any exercise program involves a risk of injury. By voluntarily participating in an exercise presented in this program or in any other HydroFitness™ program, you acknowledge and agree to assume all risks that may result from such participation.