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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If you've not heard the term "dry-land", you likely will. These are the swimming related exercises done out of the pool. Try searching that here or on the web... or just ask your coach.
I believe Yoga is the ultimate compliment to swimming. They are remarkably similar. As mentioned, it is a great core strength builder and flexibility helper... plus it gives your muscles a good stretch. A good teacher/class is indispensable (kinda like w/ swimming). ;)
Have Fun!
:)
If you've not heard the term "dry-land", you likely will. These are the swimming related exercises done out of the pool. Try searching that here or on the web... or just ask your coach.
I believe Yoga is the ultimate compliment to swimming. They are remarkably similar. As mentioned, it is a great core strength builder and flexibility helper... plus it gives your muscles a good stretch. A good teacher/class is indispensable (kinda like w/ swimming). ;)
Have Fun!
:)
