What is ADHD? Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is one of the most prevalent childhood developmental disorders. In fact, 9.4% of children from ages 2 – 17 have been diagnosed with ADHD and the numbers are increasing. Common symptoms include inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. In other words, you might notice that your child with ADHD has a […]

The circulatory system, also known as the cardiovascular system is just one of the major organ systems that regulate our bodies. All of these systems have very specific functions yet, they can’t function independently. Working in tandem, they rely on one another. The circulatory system includes the heart (cardiovascular); lungs (pulmonary); arteries, veins, coronary and portal vessels (systemic). Its main […]

Often characterized as “The Dolphin Tail,” Michael Burrows is a Queensland native and swim instructor for over six years. He was a swimmer growing up and fell into swimming again later in his life – literally! Michael had an accident while sky-diving – he landed in a tree, causing a compound fracture of his left […]

Meet one of AquaMobile’s top swim instructors, Cheyenne Washburn. Located in Florida, Cheyenne has been teaching swimming for more than four years. Fun fact: she is not only passionate about swimming – she can also play six different instruments and speak German! I was able to chat with Cheyenne to learn a bit more about […]

We’ve been writing about the benefits of swimming on fitness for a while now, we’ve gone over which stroke is the best for burning the most calories as well as the physical, emotional and mental benefits that come with swimming. In this article we’ll do a deeper dive into the science of swimming for weight […]

Do you think butt workouts on land are hard? Well, pushing through the water is even harder. The butt is made up of three muscles: the gluteus maximus, medius and minimus. Swimming in the pool recreates cable resistance. No matter which direction you move in, water pushes against you. You can target the butt muscles […]

Swimming vs yoga? You may be wondering what the differences are – if you don’t have time for both, we’ll give you the lo-down to help you choose which one is the right one for you! Exercise is a great form of self-care, even though at times it may seem daunting or impossible to schedule […]

Ready to get fit swimming? Exercising in the water is great for our joints because it is a low-impact sport. Water resistance makes the workout challenging while keeping you cool and sweat-free. Here are ten exercises that will get you fit by swimming!   1. Jog   Jog in place while bringing your knees up […]

Teaching a child with autism how to swim can be tricky. Through consistency, patience and qualified swimming instruction, swimming can be fun. Having a properly trained instructor is key for children with autism.  According to the National Autism Association, between 2009 and 2011, 91% of drowning incidents in the US involved children with autism. Water […]