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.
That's a good point, even though I only live 3 miles from my pool. Running is by far the best use of exercise time overall.
I beg to differ. IMHO, the best value for your time is circuit training with bw exercises and/or kbs., dbs., sledgehammer etc. See here for examples:
www.rosstraining.com/.../viewtopic.php
In 20 minutes you are really wiped out and you can do it at home.
Still, even though it takes longer I love to swim.
That's a good point, even though I only live 3 miles from my pool. Running is by far the best use of exercise time overall.
I beg to differ. IMHO, the best value for your time is circuit training with bw exercises and/or kbs., dbs., sledgehammer etc. See here for examples:
www.rosstraining.com/.../viewtopic.php
In 20 minutes you are really wiped out and you can do it at home.
Still, even though it takes longer I love to swim.
