I will be swimming five days a week. I want to use the other two days for complementary non-swimming workouts. I am looking for suggestions. Being that I am out of shape the first thing that comes to mind is weight training. I could see some yoga in there as well.
Or...should I only use one day for a non-swimming workout and rest for one day?
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I could see some yoga in there as well.
I am a fan of weight training to supplement swimming, but...
Starting with Yoga is not a bad idea. It will return all your joints to a full range of motion and develop your core. Both will help a lot in preventing injury when lifting. eg. If your hamstrings are tight, you will lift from the ground (any lift from the ground) with too much back leading to lower back strain.
I could see some yoga in there as well.
I am a fan of weight training to supplement swimming, but...
Starting with Yoga is not a bad idea. It will return all your joints to a full range of motion and develop your core. Both will help a lot in preventing injury when lifting. eg. If your hamstrings are tight, you will lift from the ground (any lift from the ground) with too much back leading to lower back strain.
