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.
Clearly, Ian has a well rounded training program (as i imagine most athletes of that caliber do), but running three miles a couple of days a week is one activity that i cannot identify as having specific benefits (or that are not made redundant by other activities on the list)
Am I wrong?
I doubt he is intentionally wasting his time. Obviously he finds it of some benefit.
Clearly, Ian has a well rounded training program (as i imagine most athletes of that caliber do), but running three miles a couple of days a week is one activity that i cannot identify as having specific benefits (or that are not made redundant by other activities on the list)
Am I wrong?
I doubt he is intentionally wasting his time. Obviously he finds it of some benefit.
