Fitness pros share their favorite exercises to do in the swimming pool. (Getty Creative) Let’s be honest: The last thing you want to do on a hot summer day is go for a run. But just because the pool ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: We have a new fitness facility nearby. The pool schedule shows a number of aqua exercise classes. I'd like to try a water fitness class to add variety to my regular fitness routine, ...

Over a decade ago, the U.S. Coast Guard rescued three men in the Gulf of Mexico who had been fishing for grouper when their boat capsized. In order to survive, they had to tread water for 18 hours.

There are multiple exercises one can do in the swimming pool or a calm lake, with added advantages not had on land.

Aerobic exercise, or cardio, elevates your heart rate with movements that activate your body's large-muscle groups. When done in the water, this type of workout offers many proven benefits, including ...

If you are preparing for Army training that involves much running and rucking, you may not need to spend time in the pool. However, swimming and treading water are valuable skills and exceptional ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: We have a new fitness facility nearby. The pool schedule shows a number of aqua exercise classes. I'd like to try a water fitness class to add variety to my regular fitness routine, ...