I am wondering how many of you take the time to warm down with an easy swim after a workout. I always feel rushed for time and usually end up skipping most or all of the warmdown, feeling that it is a better use of time to workout right up till the time I need to get out.
I know the conventional wisdom is that warmdowns are important- I just wonder how many actually do more than an easy 50 or 100 before hitting the showers.
Jim, You are not the only one that likes to do "no breathers" to warm down! They really do help you relax! When my coach told us to do these one day, i thought he was CRAZY! I tried them and was amazed at how relaxing it truly was. IF YOU RELAX! That is the key. it makes you really feel the water and relax, slowing your heartrate down and stretching your muscles out. It felt great! YOU ARE NOT ALONE! ;)
Jim, You are not the only one that likes to do "no breathers" to warm down! They really do help you relax! When my coach told us to do these one day, i thought he was CRAZY! I tried them and was amazed at how relaxing it truly was. IF YOU RELAX! That is the key. it makes you really feel the water and relax, slowing your heartrate down and stretching your muscles out. It felt great! YOU ARE NOT ALONE! ;)
