Aquaelliptique* Biking

* Online booking from September 2011

Aquaelliptical Biking or « Elliptical biking » is a 2011 novelty at Actiform Z5 Fitness Centre in Aix en Provence. Try this “easy-to-learn” watersport.

Description of Elliptical Biking

Aquaelliptical Biking classes (also called « elliptical biking ») are conducted standing up on an elliptical bike placed in water. The exercises are coached by a professionnal trainer to music. Of all water aerobics, elliptical biking is the simplest as the bike guides your movements.

Benefits of Elliptical Biking

Regular exercising of elliptical biking brings numerous benefits and increases your physical well-being thanks to its full body workout.

Exercising on an elliptical bike :

• strengthens your muscles and tones your body – especially your lower body (buttocks and thighs).    
• improves circulatory problems (usually located in lower body) thanks to the draining and massaging effect of water.     
• ensures better endurance.

Who can practice Elliptical Biking ?

Elliptical Biking is for all those who want to keep fit in an easily accessible and fun way. Exercising in water eliminates the shock impact and thus protects your joints. Elliptical Biking is the ideal sport for anyone with weak or injured joints.