Beginning Swimmer with Sinking Issues

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Hello all. I'm not sure there's a "cure" for me here, I just thought I'd share my frustrations with swimming (the small bit of experience I've had) and see what you all thought. So, First things first, I am not a swimmer. I do not have a swimmer's body. I'm a stout, powerlifter, who these days is overweight as well. However, even when I was in much trimmer shape, I was never a good swimmer. I actually lack boyency quite a bit. I told a friend of mine how I was far less boyant than the usual person, and they had me lay back and float with their arms below me, and even when my lungs were filled with air to the max, I was sinking. I'm not sure if this is due to my weight, or having a background in powerlifting, or just a thing that you're born with, but I cannot distance swim because I sink. The only way I can swim are basically sprints, because I have to keep stroking faster and faster to stay above water. Of course, this causes breathing issues, and water getting into my mouth and throat when I breathe. I've recently began cardio again, and I've run into some knee issues. So, I've considered getting back into the pool, however, I'm not enthused, given my circumstances. I mean, it's a furious endeavor for me to swim. I get gassed right away. The farthest I can do is down-back-down-back. I watch these other swimmers just go non-stop, working and stroking but also pacing. Should I just keep up my clunky, desperate swimming? LOL Have you ever heard of other people who just appear to be human bricks?
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  • Hello all. I'm not sure there's a "cure" for me here, I just thought I'd share my frustrations with swimming (the small bit of experience I've had) and see what you all thought. So, First things first, I am not a swimmer. I do not have a swimmer's body. I'm a stout, powerlifter, who these days is overweight as well. However, even when I was in much trimmer shape, I was never a good swimmer. I actually lack boyency quite a bit. I told a friend of mine how I was far less boyant than the usual person, and they had me lay back and float with their arms below me, and even when my lungs were filled with air to the max, I was sinking. I'm not sure if this is due to my weight, or having a background in powerlifting, or just a thing that you're born with, but I cannot distance swim because I sink. The only way I can swim are basically sprints, because I have to keep stroking faster and faster to stay above water. Of course, this causes breathing issues, and water getting into my mouth and throat when I breathe. I've recently began cardio again, and I've run into some knee issues. So, I've considered getting back into the pool, however, I'm not enthused, given my circumstances. I mean, it's a furious endeavor for me to swim. I get gassed right away. The farthest I can do is down-back-down-back. I watch these other swimmers just go non-stop, working and stroking but also pacing. Should I just keep up my clunky, desperate swimming? LOL Have you ever heard of other people who just appear to be human bricks? It's the muscle mass and your confidence in the water. Yes, muscle mass plus a bit of trepidation will cause sinking. However, as you build confidence, the swimming for distance will come. Try using "lava" jammers or a pull buoy. Works wonders as you gain confidence. About the swimmers bod. That's great. You already have the weightlifter physique. The swimmer bid is a toned down version of that. Some weights and body weights as well as working 3-5 days a week in the pool for an hour each day. I love the look and feel. Best of luck. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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  • Hello all. I'm not sure there's a "cure" for me here, I just thought I'd share my frustrations with swimming (the small bit of experience I've had) and see what you all thought. So, First things first, I am not a swimmer. I do not have a swimmer's body. I'm a stout, powerlifter, who these days is overweight as well. However, even when I was in much trimmer shape, I was never a good swimmer. I actually lack boyency quite a bit. I told a friend of mine how I was far less boyant than the usual person, and they had me lay back and float with their arms below me, and even when my lungs were filled with air to the max, I was sinking. I'm not sure if this is due to my weight, or having a background in powerlifting, or just a thing that you're born with, but I cannot distance swim because I sink. The only way I can swim are basically sprints, because I have to keep stroking faster and faster to stay above water. Of course, this causes breathing issues, and water getting into my mouth and throat when I breathe. I've recently began cardio again, and I've run into some knee issues. So, I've considered getting back into the pool, however, I'm not enthused, given my circumstances. I mean, it's a furious endeavor for me to swim. I get gassed right away. The farthest I can do is down-back-down-back. I watch these other swimmers just go non-stop, working and stroking but also pacing. Should I just keep up my clunky, desperate swimming? LOL Have you ever heard of other people who just appear to be human bricks? It's the muscle mass and your confidence in the water. Yes, muscle mass plus a bit of trepidation will cause sinking. However, as you build confidence, the swimming for distance will come. Try using "lava" jammers or a pull buoy. Works wonders as you gain confidence. About the swimmers bod. That's great. You already have the weightlifter physique. The swimmer bid is a toned down version of that. Some weights and body weights as well as working 3-5 days a week in the pool for an hour each day. I love the look and feel. Best of luck. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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