Getting in the water offers several ways to work out while you're having fun. For example, you might go swimming at your local rec center, kayaking in a nearby river, or paddleboarding at the local lake. And if it's winter, ice skating is an option, too.
Swimming can take the stress off your joints and relieve chronic pain. Kayaking and paddleboarding are impact-free, which is also great for your joints. And so is ice skating! There are so many ways to have fun while you exercise in or on the water, and they're great alternatives for people who don't (or can't) enjoy hiking, dancing, jumping rope, or hula hooping.
If you're unsure where to start, look for classes at your local rec center or just walk around in the water at a pool. For those who don't know how to swim, adult swimming lessons can help you get started with these fun activities while teaching you an essential (and potentially life-saving) skill.