January often arrives with a familiar weight—the pressure to "get serious" about exercise. More discipline. Stricter schedules. A long list of shoulds.
But what if we started somewhere different this year? What if we began with adventure?
Adventure doesn't have to mean signing up for something extreme or pushing yourself beyond comfort.
In movement, adventure can be surprisingly simple: trying a combination you haven't explored before, paying attention to how your body responds, or discovering a move that feels unexpectedly good. It's that sense of curiosity—that gentle "I wonder what happens if..."—that often keeps us coming back.
When Movement Feels Good, You Show Up
Fun and effective aren't opposites. In fact, the workouts that stick are often the ones that feel engaging while doing important work like building strength, improving coordination, helping your body move more easily through daily life.
One of my favorite ways to bring that sense of adventure into the pool is by linking familiar arm movements with gentle rotation. Instead of repeating the same isolated exercise, you flow from one move to the next, creating a pattern that challenges your body in fresh ways.
Here's what that might look like:
Suddenly, a handful of simple movements becomes a full-body experience.
As for that rotation piece—it's not just interesting, it's practical. Rotation is how your body moves when you reach for something on a shelf, turn to check your blind spot, walk with purpose, or carry groceries inside. And gloves help slow everything down just enough to let you feel what's happening, making it easier to stay controlled and connected.
🎥 See it here: Upper Body Core
Why the Water Makes This Feel So Good
Water gives you constant feedback. As you rotate, you feel resistance from every angle—not jarring or harsh, but enough to encourage smooth, controlled motion. You're not rushing through the range. You're moving with intention. The result?
Your January Adventure
This month, I'd encourage you to think of your pool time as a place to explore.
Ask yourself:
Adventure in movement starts with curiosity. And sometimes, the most powerful workouts are the ones that surprise you halfway through because they feel good.
Ready to try this for yourself? Explore Wavemakers and our January adventure—easy-going, results-focused sessions that will change the way you move for good.