COMMON QUESTIONS
Getting Started
Deep Water
The water needs to be deep enough so that your feet do not touch the pool bottom when you are running in the upright position. We typically say it should be about 5 inches shorter than you, so if you’re 5’5″, it will need to be 5′. If you are 6′, it will need to be 5’7″. If you are within a couple inches, you can purchase a pull buoy to raise you up a little higher.
Shallow Water
Should be above your waist, and below your neck.
Our standard belt is adjustable up to a 54″ waist, however, we have extensions if a larger size is required. Please add it to the note at checkout or contact us with details.
You can attach the tether to a lane line or to any stationary object like a ladder or even the legs of a diving board if you’d prefer to tether yourself in place, however, the tether is optional for the workout. We include it with the program because it keeps you from “traveling” in the pool but really the goal is to have as little travel movement as possible without the tether.
No, you don’t have to be a swimmer. The flotation belt will keep you afloat, however, it’s important that people be comfortable in the deep water as the flotation belt is not designed as a life saving device.
If you don’t have your own deep water pool, there are many options for you to take advantage of. Review our Find A Pool suggestions to find a pool near you.
THE METHOD
In terms of form, Fluid Running and land running form and mechanics are the same. What’s different is the impact and calorie burn. In Fluid Running, there is NO impact. There’s no such thing as low impact running on land. Many of our participants are avid runners, but running on land can cause joint stress and injuries. Fluid running lets people enjoy the benefits of running with none of the harmful impact. Cool, circulating water helps improve flexibility while cushioning the joints and reducing inflammation. Water also creates resistance, which is why deep water running burns about 40% more calories than land running.
Absolutely. Deep water running burns up to 40% more calories per minute than running on land. It also puts less stress on the body because water eliminates impact on your joints. All of these factors make Fluid Running an easier routine to stick with than running on land. Eating a healthy diet and taking two Fluid Running classes a week could help you lose 20 pounds in 8-12 weeks – we’ve seen it happen!
Using the Fluid Running® Method, you can burn up to 40% more calories than land running. Every movement is resisted by the 360 degree pressure of the water, increasing the number of muscles recruited, the effort expended, and the calorie burn.
Check this page to find classes near you.
SHIPPING & RETURNS
If you order by 9am CST, it goes out same day. Otherwise, it will go out the next business day. We ship via USPS Priority Mail, so most people receive within a few days.
Yes. It’s Free Shipping inside the US and Australia. Other locations will receive discounted shipping.
We provide a 30 day, 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you are unsatisfied for any reason, please contact us at returns@fluidrunning.com.
Please visit our Coupons and Discounts page to see if there are currently any offers available to you.
MORE QUESTIONS?
Getting Started
Deep Water
The water needs to be deep enough so that your feet do not touch the pool bottom when you are running in the upright position. We typically say it should be about 5 inches shorter than you, so if you’re 5’5″, it will need to be 5′. If you are 6′, it will need to be 5’7″. If you are within a couple inches, you can purchase a pull buoy to raise you up a little higher.
Shallow Water
Should be above your waist, and below your neck.
Our standard belt is adjustable up to a 54″ waist, however, we have extensions if a larger size is required. Please add it to the note at checkout or contact us with details.
You can attach the tether to a lane line or to any stationary object like a ladder or even the legs of a diving board if you’d prefer to tether yourself in place, however, the tether is optional for the workout. We include it with the program because it keeps you from “traveling” in the pool but really the goal is to have as little travel movement as possible without the tether.
No, you don’t have to be a swimmer. The flotation belt will keep you afloat, however, it’s important that people be comfortable in the deep water as the flotation belt is not designed as a life saving device.
If you don’t have your own deep water pool, there are many options for you to take advantage of. Review our Find A Pool suggestions to find a pool near you.
THE METHOD
In terms of form, Fluid Running and land running form and mechanics are the same. What’s different is the impact and calorie burn. In Fluid Running, there is NO impact. There’s no such thing as low impact running on land. Many of our participants are avid runners, but running on land can cause joint stress and injuries. Fluid running lets people enjoy the benefits of running with none of the harmful impact. Cool, circulating water helps improve flexibility while cushioning the joints and reducing inflammation. Water also creates resistance, which is why deep water running burns about 40% more calories than land running.
Absolutely. Deep water running burns up to 40% more calories per minute than running on land. It also puts less stress on the body because water eliminates impact on your joints. All of these factors make Fluid Running an easier routine to stick with than running on land. Eating a healthy diet and taking two Fluid Running classes a week could help you lose 20 pounds in 8-12 weeks – we’ve seen it happen!
Using the Fluid Running® Method, you can burn up to 40% more calories than land running. Every movement is resisted by the 360 degree pressure of the water, increasing the number of muscles recruited, the effort expended, and the calorie burn.
Check this page to find classes near you.
SHIPPING & RETURNS
If you order by 9am CST, it goes out same day. Otherwise, it will go out the next business day. We ship via USPS Priority Mail, so most people receive within a few days.
Yes. It’s Free Shipping inside the US and Australia. Other locations will receive discounted shipping.
We provide a 30 day, 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you are unsatisfied for any reason, please contact us at returns@fluidrunning.com.
Please visit our Coupons and Discounts page to see if there are currently any offers available to you.
MORE QUESTIONS?