Down Skibo Road at the Cape Fear
Valley HealthPlex, aqua classes are also
favorites of gym-goers. Long time land
and aqua aerobic instructor Melanie
Carter explained, "Anybody, no matter
their physical condition can be successful in the water. If you have a disability,
you can work out in the water. Any type
of hip or knee replacements, you can
work out in the water." Aqua workouts
bring you the benefit of no wear and tear
on joints. "It's the best wellness bang for
your buck!" Carter promised.
The HealthPlex features a large pool
which hosts the aqua classes and free
swim. They also boast a pool specifically
for those who suffer from arthritis. "We
serve the elderly in the arthritis pools,
and we serve the folks who are just getting in the water and working out. But
when someone comes and thinks it's
easy, you better believe I will make it
hard!" laughed Carter.
You don't have to spend the summer
pounding the pavement to stay in shape
for swimsuit season. Simply slip on that
one-piece or your swim trunks and head
to the nearest aqua class. Or grab a pair
of water weights and head to a pool! CV
Where to
submerge in
Fayetteville
The Spa Fitness and Wellness
Center, Eutaw Location
910.484.2111
Cape Fear Valley HealthPlex
910.615.7539
YMCA of the Sandhills
910.323.0800
For Women Only Fitness
Center
910.323.8827
Tokay Fitness Center for
Seniors
*Classes take place at FSU
Natatorium
910.433.1414
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