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Why It Pays to Push Yourself
Understanding muscle power, ageing and why your coaching matters more than ever.
This guide came about after one of our recent Aqua Instructor Edge mentoring sessions, where we explored muscle power, ageing and why understanding the 'why' behind our coaching cues helps participants embrace the challenge with greater purpose.
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The story behind this resource...
This guide wasn't originally planned.
It came about after one of our recent Aqua Instructor Edge mentoring sessions...
We explored fast-twitch muscle fibres, muscle power and why this type of training becomes so important as we age.
During our discussion, we talked about how I would introduce this topic to my own participants. I don't just ask them to move faster or work harder. I explain why it matters.
When participants understand why they're being asked to move with speed and purpose, doing something that feels challenging suddenly has meaning.
It gives the effort a purpose, and that's often the difference between simply going through the motions and truly embracing the exercise.
After the session, several members said, "I'd love to be able to explain this to my participants."
So I created this guide.
It was my way of helping instructors take what we'd learnt together and confidently share that knowledge with the people they teach.
Because I believe when participants understand why they're doing something, they're far more willing to embrace the challenge.
And that's where real change begins.
Created by Marietta Mehanni – International Presenter, Educator and Water Exercise Specialist.
What you will learn
Have you ever wondered why some participants seem strong but react more slowly than they used to?
Or why encouraging someone to move faster can sometimes be more important than asking them to work harder?
In this guide, we'll explore the difference between strength and power, why fast-twitch muscle fibres become so important as we age, and why water provides such a safe and effective environment for training them.
Most importantly, you'll discover how understanding the science behind these changes can give greater meaning to the coaching cues you use every day.
This guide is just the beginning
Every week inside Aqua Instructor Edge, we come together because we all have one thing in common: we love learning.
Sometimes we explore the latest research around ageing and exercise.
Other weeks, we're discussing choreography, programming, coaching or solving real challenges members are facing in their own classes.
No two sessions are ever the same.
But every session leaves us with something new to think about, something new to try, and, hopefully, a little more confidence the next time we step onto the pool deck.
If that sounds like your kind of learning, I think you'll feel right at home.
"When people understand why they're doing something, they're far more willing to embrace the challenge."
– Marietta Mehanni
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