In Pictures: Aquafit, an unusual water-based workout at Dubai fitness challenge

AquaFit session by swimming wonders as part of Dubai Fitness Challenge at the Hilton, Al Habtoor, Dubai. AquaFit is a water-based exercise program. It is a full-body workout which builds strength, increases flexibility and mobility while getting your cardio fix.

Francesca Forner, coach of swimming wonders with the participants during an Aqua Gym session at the Hilton Al Habtoor. Dubai.

This aquatic exercise combines dynamic flowing movements with high intensity exercise. The resistance of the water aids the strengthening of muscles.

Working out in the water builds cardio, strength and resistance.

Water provides a natural resistance to challenge the muscles and supports the body avoiding high impact exercises.

Francesca Forner instructs a participant during the aqua gym session as part of the Dubai Fitness Challenge at the Hilton Al Habtoor.

Being in the water provides a calming, soothing, and generally more comfortable exercise environment.

This exercise will achieve maximum results with zero impact on the joints and bones.

The exercise allows immune cells to perform effectively, promoting good circulation which can in turn help strengthen antibodies.