Water aerobics help needed

Before surgery I loved water aerobics and lap swimming. I went 3-4 times per week and really looked forward to it. Due to the surgery itself, holidays, travel and a heavy work schedule from January to just this past week I've not been able to go. I went yesterday for the first time at a good 80lbs lighter. I couldn't stand it because I was freezing the entire time. It was upsetting because I was really looking forward to getting back in the swing of things. It's kept at around 86 degrees so I thought it'd be fine but I was so uncomfortable. Has anyone else had this issue and if so is there anything that has helped? Will I get used to it? It's just kind of heartbreaking because it's the only activity I've been able to enjoy. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

I remember learning not to get in the hot tub, sauna or steam room before the pool. I was never to cold to do water aerobics though. I hope you get used to the water because water aerobics is such great exercise.

Me too!

I just read an article on this recently. Try a brief warm up before hand. Swim laps or do light calisthenics, such as a combination of water kicks and jumping jacks, for five minutes. Wear a rubber swim cap; flexible, synthetic-rubber, neoprene swim vest; or Lycra swim top to stay warm.

http://healthyliving.azcentral.com/keep-warm-aqua-aerobics-2 0013.html#

Hope this helps!

Thank you for the link! Very helpful.

This may sound ridiculous, but have you thought about wearing a wetsuit? When I lost weight 10+ years ago, we had a pool and it was always too cold for me to use. I bought and started wearing a wetsuit and it made a world of difference.

That is really warm water for a swimming pool.

When I get cold I go faster. Then I get warmed up. That lasts and then I get cold again and can't warm back up. Then it's time for the hot tub. The reward for getting it done.