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Underwater Recovery Treadmills

This Machine Offers a Low Impact Workout for Recovering Athletes

— May 27, 2017 — Life-Stages
The Water Walker is an underwater treadmill that was designed for recovering athletes who want to ease the aches of working out with this high engagement workout tool.

Swimming-based recovery programs have been successful in helping athletes stay fit without risking further injury. Water workouts put athlete's bodies through a controlled range of motions, while preventing the high impact that's inevitable while training on dry land. The Water Walker reduces an athletes body weight by 80%, which minimizes the shock to the joints.

The underwater treadmill proves to be an effective method of training for athletes recovering from an injury, or, for the elderly, who would also reap the benefits of this low impact form of exercise. Through the Water Walker, muscles are strengthened, in a controlled, risk-reduced environment.
Trend Themes
1. Underwater Recovery Training - The use of underwater treadmills for recovery offers a low impact workout that can aid in the rehabilitation process for athletes and individuals with injuries.
2. Water-based Fitness Programs - Water workouts provide a controlled range of motion and reduce joint stress, making it an appealing option for those looking for low impact exercise.
3. High Engagement Workout Tools - Innovative equipment like the Water Walker provide a unique and engaging exercise experience that can attract a wide range of users.
Industry Implications
1. Fitness Equipment - There is a market opportunity for fitness equipment manufacturers to develop and produce underwater treadmills and similar products for the growing demand in the recovery and low impact fitness market.
2. Sports Rehabilitation - Sports rehabilitation centers can explore integrating underwater treadmills into their facilities to offer effective and low impact training programs for recovering athletes and individuals with injuries.
3. Senior Fitness - Senior fitness centers and programs can incorporate water-based fitness programs, including underwater treadmills, to cater to the needs of older adults looking for safe and low impact exercise options.
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