ABQ: Free water aquatics class (AUG 30)

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West Mesa Aquatics MS

Certified aquatics instructor Rene Dirking will lead the class.

The unique qualities of water provide exceptional benefits to people with MS:

• Provides support for weak limbs.
• Movement takes less effort. A greater range of motion can be achieved.
• Promotes muscle relaxation.
• The resistance of water can be used to improve muscle strength.
• Slower movement in water provides an opportunity to work on skills such as balance and coordination, which may be harder to do on land.
• The sensation of compression can provide support for standing activities, such as walking, with less effort than on land.
• Cooler water can help maintain lower core body temperature even during vigorous activity. This is especially helpful for people with heat sensitivity issues.
• Improves overall physical function including walking, mobility, flexibility, balance and endurance.
• May change sensory input. The feeling of decreased weight may lead to a decrease in pain and improvement of other sensory perceptions. These changes may lead to greater ease and range of movement.
• Provides a social network. Aquatic groups provide opportunities for social connection and a support system to stay involved in exercise.
• Motivation. The positive results of aquatic exercise may also help people with MS stick with it.
• Improves mood. Exercise may ease depression and increase self-esteem. Water techniques may also reduce stress and promote relaxation.

No cost, but donations toward this program are gratefully accepted:
http://www.nationalmssociety.org/cha...ate/index.aspx

Date: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Address:
West Mesa Aquatics Center
6705 Fortuna Rd NW
Albuquerque, NM 87121
United States

You can RSVP for this event online.
http://main.nationalmssociety.org/si...tail&id=259885

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