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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My worst wipeout on land has been when I lost my footing on the treadmill while talking to somebody as I was running fast on the treadmill. Tore up my knees worse than any bike wipeout I've ever had.
I once saw the claims list for an insurer that specialized in covering health clubs. Amazing how many injuries occur at the treadmill. More accidents and injuries by far than at any other spot in the gym - even the weight room.
(Pools had the largest claims - a typical drowning caused a payout of $500,000 to $1 million)
Treadmills are dangerous! Be careful around them.
My worst wipeout on land has been when I lost my footing on the treadmill while talking to somebody as I was running fast on the treadmill. Tore up my knees worse than any bike wipeout I've ever had.
I once saw the claims list for an insurer that specialized in covering health clubs. Amazing how many injuries occur at the treadmill. More accidents and injuries by far than at any other spot in the gym - even the weight room.
(Pools had the largest claims - a typical drowning caused a payout of $500,000 to $1 million)
Treadmills are dangerous! Be careful around them.
