Water Exercise

Melissa Layne holds a master's degree in exercise physiology from Auburn University, a bachelor's degree in physical education from Athens State University, a Georgia state teaching certificate, and fitness certifications through the Aquatic Exercise Association, the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America, and the American Council on Exercise. She has been a fitness director for several health clubs, head cheerleading coach, and an Americans with Disabilities Act specialist working with businesses to verify disability programs. Layne is on the faculty at the University of North Georgia in the physical education department. She presents at multiple industry conferences each year, where many of her sessions feature aquatic workouts. She teaches a dozen group exercise classes per week, including aqua classes. She has starred in two SCW Fitness Education DVDs and 12 Water in Motion instructional exercise DVDs.

Part I: Getting Started Chapter 1: Basics of Water Exercise Chapter 2: Preparing to Get Wet Part II: Choosing Your Exercises Chapter 3: Warm-Up and Flexibility Segment Chapter 4: Beginning Exercises Chapter 5: Intermediate Exercises Chapter 6: Advanced Exercises Chapter 7: Deep-Water Exercises Part III: Exercises for Common Injuries and Conditions Chapter 8: Ankle Joint Chapter 9: Knee Joint Chapter 10: Hip Joint Chapter 11: Spine Chapter 12: Shoulder Joint Chapter 13: Elbow and Wrist Joints Part IV: Water Exercise Programs Chapter 14: Basic Water Fitness Chapter 15: Advanced Cross-Training Chapter 16: Special Populations