Charlene from Monaco recently revealed her favorite physical activity. This is particularly effective in eliminating abdominal fat.
As a great sportswoman, Charlene of Monaco is always ready to go all out. In a recent interview with the magazine Paris Matchthe former swimmer explained that she relies heavily on physical activity to maintain her toned body and harmonious figure.
Despite her shoulder injury which prevented her from participating in the Beijing Olympic Games, she continues to practice swimming. “I’m 46, almost 47, so I obviously no longer have the same energy as I did at 20. But I always swim a little to stay in shape“, she confided. In addition to her favorite discipline, she practices hiking, gymnastics, paddle boarding but also and above all water bikethe benefits of which are numerous.
Practiced on a dedicated bike, installed in a swimming pool, aquabike represents a superb alternative for those who wish lose pounds while preserving their body. Indeed, even if it uses all the muscles, this sport is considered gentle and non-traumatic for the joints. Another benefit of aquabiking: reducing the appearance of cellulite. Pedaling in a swimming pool has draining properties thanks to the friction between the water and the skin. Add to this a beneficial effect on blood circulation and all the ingredients are there to feel good in your body and in your mind.
And above all, regular water cycling allows you to burn a large number of calories. Depending on the intensity you put in, it is possible to burn between 400 and 800 calories during a one-hour session. The results are visible from 5 to 10 sessions provided you practice aquabike regularly. Just that!