Calling all USMS members. Your response to this post will be used to create an article in Swimmer magazine about cross training. What types of training do you most commonly do outside of the pool? How often? What cross training works the best, and what types are the least helpful for swimming? :bliss:
I do not swim as much as i used to due to my schedule. I do cross train using running, biking, and weights.
I have found that engaging in any fitness program haphazardly is counterproductive. Cross training has reduced my risk of overuse injuries while maintaining my athleticism. I tend to swim about 2-3 times a week which is a far cry of what i used to do. more quality yards instead of junk yardage. the benefits of cross training have also helped me build more mental stamina in the pool. swimming endless laps is a mind game.
I do not swim as much as i used to due to my schedule. I do cross train using running, biking, and weights.
I have found that engaging in any fitness program haphazardly is counterproductive. Cross training has reduced my risk of overuse injuries while maintaining my athleticism. I tend to swim about 2-3 times a week which is a far cry of what i used to do. more quality yards instead of junk yardage. the benefits of cross training have also helped me build more mental stamina in the pool. swimming endless laps is a mind game.
