Running. Does it help your swimming or is it an interesting diversion? A lot of people here seem to cross train with running. (Some are obviously triathletes). USS teams now have their swimmers running. But does running really help swimming?
For me, I'm not so sure. I think it helps a bit on the cardio side and may build leg strength. I do it to tighten everything up, because I like being outside and it gives my shoulders a break. But I'm not sure I wouldn't be better off with more pool time if my body could take it.
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SCY freestyler:
What are we using our hamstrings for in swimming besides breaststroke, which is an evil thing that I don't do? I guess there's starts and turns. Anything else?
SwimmerLisa;
Now, I do agree with you that core strengthening activities help your swimming. I think they've helped me, at least.
Your quadriceps propel your leg downward in a freestyle kick and the hamstring brings it back up to neutral position. I don't recall the term right now but muscles work in conjunction with each other at joints such as the hip since a muscle can only provide movement in one direction.
SCY freestyler:
What are we using our hamstrings for in swimming besides breaststroke, which is an evil thing that I don't do? I guess there's starts and turns. Anything else?
SwimmerLisa;
Now, I do agree with you that core strengthening activities help your swimming. I think they've helped me, at least.
Your quadriceps propel your leg downward in a freestyle kick and the hamstring brings it back up to neutral position. I don't recall the term right now but muscles work in conjunction with each other at joints such as the hip since a muscle can only provide movement in one direction.
