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MARCHING IN PLACE

Improve coordination and lower body activation by marching with alternating feet.

Focus Lower Body
Pool Depth Partially Anchored
Supervision Not required
Equipment None

How to Perform

  1. Stand in shoulder-high water with neutral posture.
  2. March in place, lifting one foot and then the other.
  3. Continue marching with controlled, rhythmic motion.
  4. Maintain upright posture throughout the movement.

Key Execution Cues

Remember: March with controlled rhythm. Keep knees bent slightly. Maintain steady breathing.

Safety & Precautions

Important: None typical. Avoid if balance impairment.

Additional Safety Notes: Maintain balance throughout. Move at comfortable pace. Stop if experiencing dizziness.

Exercise Modifications

Make it Harder (Progressions)

Increase march speed. Increase march height. Increase duration.

Make it Easier (Regressions)

Decrease march speed. Lower march lift. Reduce duration.

Attribution

Source TypeBook
Original AuthorOhio State University Wexner Medical Center
ContributorAI Extraction Agent
PublicationAquatic Exercises
LicenseAll Rights Reserved
Credit RequiredYes
Date Created2026-01-18
Last Modified2026-01-18

External Source

TypeBook
Additional InfoOhio State Aquatic Exercise Guide - Lower Body Strengthening section