I've just returned to swimming, and wondered what a "Typical" Masters Swimmer averages per week. How many swims each week, and how many yards/meters are covered in those swims?
My routine is just three mornings a week, between 3500 to 5000 meters, taking 60 to 80 minutes. I can't imagine swimming more with a family and job, but remember swimming so much more as a child.
Is this a common realization for those returning to swimming (with both a family and job)?
My workouts depend on the season. In short course yards season (winter) I'm like our friend Lefty here I try to get in 12K per week in 4 workouts.
This too is WAY less than what I did in college but it is what I can squeeze in and still keep everything in scope due to a family and other obligations.
During the long course meter season (summer) I swim each morning and swim about 2500 yards. I do more strength training and cross traing in the summer for long course.
I think depending your time commitment, your ability to get to a pool, your background, and what goals you are trying to accomplish will determine how you train.
Thanks & good luck,
:D
My workouts depend on the season. In short course yards season (winter) I'm like our friend Lefty here I try to get in 12K per week in 4 workouts.
This too is WAY less than what I did in college but it is what I can squeeze in and still keep everything in scope due to a family and other obligations.
During the long course meter season (summer) I swim each morning and swim about 2500 yards. I do more strength training and cross traing in the summer for long course.
I think depending your time commitment, your ability to get to a pool, your background, and what goals you are trying to accomplish will determine how you train.
Thanks & good luck,
:D
