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.
One only needs to make a quick search on the Internet to find medical journal (or page through JSMs) articles on core stabilization, lactate threshold, building/maintaining of fast twitch muscle fibers, ect.... Running sprints helps with all of these things.
Agreed. As do various other activities such as kettlebell swings, Concept 2 Rower and my personal favorite - pounding the tire in my backyard with a sledgehammer. And all these activities fall into the category of GPP.
One only needs to make a quick search on the Internet to find medical journal (or page through JSMs) articles on core stabilization, lactate threshold, building/maintaining of fast twitch muscle fibers, ect.... Running sprints helps with all of these things.
Agreed. As do various other activities such as kettlebell swings, Concept 2 Rower and my personal favorite - pounding the tire in my backyard with a sledgehammer. And all these activities fall into the category of GPP.
