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.
Yes!
I have to agree. At the beginning of March, I decided to up my between swim workouts by adding a running program. It's designed to get you to the point of running a 5K in 9 weeks. I'm at the end of the first month, and I have experienced a huge change in my stamina and speed while swimming.
I've only been back in the pool for just shy of 5 months and saw steady improvement during November through February, but March has been incredible! I'm pretty sure the running has had something to do with it.
Yes!
I have to agree. At the beginning of March, I decided to up my between swim workouts by adding a running program. It's designed to get you to the point of running a 5K in 9 weeks. I'm at the end of the first month, and I have experienced a huge change in my stamina and speed while swimming.
I've only been back in the pool for just shy of 5 months and saw steady improvement during November through February, but March has been incredible! I'm pretty sure the running has had something to do with it.
