Does cross-training with running help swimming?

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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  • Former Member
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    Must I answer to you about my posts, are you the rules dictator? Swimmer lisa this note not meant for you. Let me ask a different and more civil way. The discussion about cross-training has been a good one with lots of useful information. I want to be sure I didn't miss your point within the quote. Was it meant to relate to cross-training or did you just think it was a good quote?
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  • Former Member
    Former Member
    Must I answer to you about my posts, are you the rules dictator? Swimmer lisa this note not meant for you. Let me ask a different and more civil way. The discussion about cross-training has been a good one with lots of useful information. I want to be sure I didn't miss your point within the quote. Was it meant to relate to cross-training or did you just think it was a good quote?
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