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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from findarticles.com/.../ai_n9234914
"In addition to water work, we religiously incorporated a "Mike Barrowman medicine ball routine" into his dryland routine, and we did a threeweek stay at altitude in Colorado Springs. He's followed his long course success with the best fall and winter he's ever had-by far."
I can't find any other info on his work outs - but it does appear dryland work is helping him. I would definitely say he is not the "weakest" member of the team - or did everyone hallucinate all those muscles? No one on that team is weak - especially not one of the fastest swimmers.
from findarticles.com/.../ai_n9234914
"In addition to water work, we religiously incorporated a "Mike Barrowman medicine ball routine" into his dryland routine, and we did a threeweek stay at altitude in Colorado Springs. He's followed his long course success with the best fall and winter he's ever had-by far."
I can't find any other info on his work outs - but it does appear dryland work is helping him. I would definitely say he is not the "weakest" member of the team - or did everyone hallucinate all those muscles? No one on that team is weak - especially not one of the fastest swimmers.
