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pool exercise

[/puːl ˈɛksərsaɪz/]
nounpl: pool exercises
exercício aquático
1. Physical exercise performed in water, typically in a swimming pool, for fitness, rehabilitation, or therapeutic purposes
Water aerobics is a popular pool exercise for people with joint problems.
Aeróbica aquática é um exercício aquático popular para pessoas com problemas articulares.
2. A structured fitness activity conducted in a pool environment to improve strength, flexibility, or cardiovascular health
She does pool exercises three times a week to improve her mobility.
Ela faz exercícios aquáticos três vezes por semana para melhorar sua mobilidade.
Synonyms
water exerciseaquatic exercisehydrotherapywater aerobics

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
exercício aquático
Most common term used in fitness and health contexts
São Paulo
exercício na piscina
More literal, colloquial usage
Portugal
exercício aquático
Standard term, also 'ginástica na água'

Related Idioms & Phrases

water therapy
aquatic fitness
rehabilitation in the pool
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