I started swimming a couple of weeks ago. Right now I can only swim about 100m at a time taking a break between each 100m. Is there any other cardio that I can do to help improve my swimming stamina. I can run up to 8 - 10 miles but can't swim more than 100m with out taking a break. Any suggestions?
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Keep swimming.
Don't fight with water, try to be relaxed and loose and glide through it.
it's not like pushing weights, where you need to apply a lot of pressure right away. Get the hang of the rhythm and balance first... You can start pushing harder after you get the hang of basics.
Also, pay attention to your breathing. Don;t hold your breath, exhale underwater. Breathe every 2-3 strokes.
There's a lot of technique in swimming that you need to get the hang of first, before you start pushing for hard workouts.
if you can run 8-10 miles, your cardio is more than adequate. it's your rhythm and your breathing that is making you belabored.
Keep swimming.
Don't fight with water, try to be relaxed and loose and glide through it.
it's not like pushing weights, where you need to apply a lot of pressure right away. Get the hang of the rhythm and balance first... You can start pushing harder after you get the hang of basics.
Also, pay attention to your breathing. Don;t hold your breath, exhale underwater. Breathe every 2-3 strokes.
There's a lot of technique in swimming that you need to get the hang of first, before you start pushing for hard workouts.
if you can run 8-10 miles, your cardio is more than adequate. it's your rhythm and your breathing that is making you belabored.
