With some cool music playing in the background, Nawaz Modi Singhania's aqua aerobics class is all about making a splash in the pool — but the fit way. An ideal summer workout, aqua aerobics is normally done in a shallow pool. So, even if you do not know how to swim, you can still do the exercise. Modi prefers to instruct her students from the edge of the pool so that each step is clearly visible. An hourlong, the session is peppered with cardio exercises followed by dance moves using props such as aqua bells and aqua noodles. Excerpts from an interview:

Q. What is aqua aerobics?
A. Aqua aerobics is an effective cardio activity involving a pool full of people working out to fun choreography and peppy music. Equipment such as aquabells, aqua noodles, aqua gloves and aqua balls are used during workout. The added resistance of the water is used to challenge the body and muscular structures for greater benefit.


Nawaz Modi Singhania demonstrates cardio exercises to her students at Body Art, Marine Drive. Pics/Bipin Kokate