OK folks, here's the query......
If I swim in a meet today and realize that I have a need to build some more strength, can I accomplish any benefit toward a meet seven days from now by doing weight training ??
Or, will I just be breaking down muscle fibre and find myself weaker in seven days ?
What is the time span for realizing benefits from weights without hurting oneself?
I'm on a mission.......................... Bert ;)
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You won't make any gains in one week of lifting weights. But I'd still recommend lifting weights for any athlete. Not only will you notice a change in your physique after a few months, but you'll feel stronger in everything you do.
Because I don't have as much time to train as I once did, I simply do a "circuit" when I get to the gym. This means that I do every body part in one workout. Since I combine weights, swimming, and walking/biking(depending on weather), I usually swim twice a week, and do my circuit weight lifting routine on the third day.
You won't make any gains in one week of lifting weights. But I'd still recommend lifting weights for any athlete. Not only will you notice a change in your physique after a few months, but you'll feel stronger in everything you do.
Because I don't have as much time to train as I once did, I simply do a "circuit" when I get to the gym. This means that I do every body part in one workout. Since I combine weights, swimming, and walking/biking(depending on weather), I usually swim twice a week, and do my circuit weight lifting routine on the third day.
