Yako Paddles & WaterART Cuffs may be utilized both shallow and deep depths. WaterART recommends wearing a buoyancy belt with deep water workouts when using cuffs and paddles because of the added drag and sinking of the body. We recommend wearing water shoes when exercising so that downward resistance is maximized and also in shallow water there is better traction and support of the feet to travel and generate more work or intensity.
About the Yako-Paddles: The hand held paddle equipment utilizes omni resistance (consistent drag and work throughout the range of motion). Paddles should be held lightly with thumb and forefinger so that the hand circulation is not compromised. Paddles may be held north south or east west depending on the desired intensity of the exercise. Also, if pulling down to the side of the body we recommend north to south position so you do not touch or graze your thighs. Keeping arms tight when swinging down and back will help with shoulder position and function. Be sure to start with vents open and then progress to advanced closed vents. Note that you must turn the cone at the top of the paddle (where there is a little lip) not at the bottom with the key. The key allows the cones to be become disassembled. How to disassemble these (sheet in box).
Be sure to warm up completely prior to engaging in advanced strengthening exercises. We recommend total body movements such as walking, easy kicks, jax, rocking or cycling movements. Be sure to travel this moves forward, backwards and sideways to work around the body. When adding upper body strength exercises – start with one to two sets of 8-25 repetitions and gradually increase to 3-5 sets or as able. Add some active recovery sets in between muscular strengthening sets. Note that Yako paddles may float on top of the water when exerciser needs to rest or recover their muscles or simply to add variety to the workout. Always keep the shoulder joint submerged and protected when utilizing advanced strengthening exercises. This will provide natural traction with the hydrostatic pressure of the water’s buoyancy. Additionally submerging the paddle optimizes resistance and work. A variety of exercises should be performed for total body health and muscular benefits. Do not simply push and pull the paddles back and forth in both directions (with speed only). Optimizing muscle works means working with the start of the movement – through the movement and then being able to stop the joint action where the range is maximal. Simply utilizing momentum does not properly engage muscles since this does not exhaust the muscle. Working more intensely (safely) will better train a weak muscle to become stronger since the muscle repairs once muscular fatigue is reached. Be sure to provide some active stretching sets at the end of a program (without paddles).
About the WaterART Resistant Leg Cuffs: This equipment was primarily innovated for lower body strengthening or cardiovascular training by creating extra drag and surface area throughout the movement. However, these may be utilized on the wrists for upper body strengthening exercises if the person especially if someone is new to exercise or needs to train with less resistance prior to added the paddles.
The Resistant Cuff allows the legs to assume a natural position while the lower body drags through the water. The equipment sinks so it does not aggravate knee problems (as opposed to buoyancy equipment that may float up and add more compression to the knee). Resistant cuffs come in one size but may be gentle pulled apart to wrap around the ankle. Ideally, the first time wearing pull apart holding either end of the neoprene cuff and Velcro to better open the solid cuff outer area. Pull apart gently as needed. Should your ankle be sensitive a ankle sock may be worn under the cuff. Always be sure the knee or joint is soft and not locked when performing any exercise. Resistant cuffs may be worn on wrists. Try a few exercises your first session and then build gradually with both quantity and intensity of exercise. Check out our video library for how to use equipment safely and effectively.
CARE OF EQUIPMENT
WaterART Fitness makes 100% effort to create a positive and helpful learning environments. Our goal is to only carry the best possible products, programs and tools for fitness professionals and consumers so that our industry may develop and flourish. We want to help people with fitness and realize that fitness is a lifetime sport. Please realize that we cannot control weather, pool/air temperatures, chemicals, foulings, nor Acts of God.
Pools are of a particularly challenge because of the corrosive environment due to the chemicals, temperatures and storage spaces that vary from center to center. We cannot guarantee all products for a lifetime of use especially if the chemicals, temperature or care is not well regulated. Since Covid 19 pandemic –pools have been “shocking their water more than necessary”. Backwashing or shocking the water of a pool (because of foulings or intense cleaning may damage to the skin or any product). Throwing equipment on the cement may definitely break anything. Therefore, diligent care should be taken in corrosive environments and common sense should be utilized to stow and put away pool equipment. WaterART cannot replace items that are damaged because of untoward use and pool environment.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR CARE OF WATER EQUIPMENT, APPAREL AND SHOES:
- Rinse Cuff thoroughly with Cool Water After Each And Every Use (ideally in shower with soapy water)
- Dry Items Between Use In A Non Corrosive Environment (Out Of Hot & Humid Environment Otherwise Things Become Moldy)
- Avoid Intensive Or Direct Sunlight, Hot Or Humid Environments For Extended Periods Of Time Especially Out Of The Water Storage
- Store Products Out of Pool Humidity to prevent mold – In A/C Room Away From The Pool
- If You Suspect An Excessive Amount Of Chlorine Or Chemicals Do Not Use in that corrosive Environment.
THANKS FOR PURCHASING WATERART AND WE LOOK FORWARD TO GROWING THE INDUSTRY WITH EDUCATION & MOTIVATION.
