Swimming as a form of exercise...?

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I usually run for exercise, but I am thinking of incorporating swimming several times a week into my workout schedule. For anyone who swims, do you find that swimming is a good form of exercise--for both muscle definition and a calorie-burning workout? Also, for how long do you swim, and how should I feel while swimming (out of breath, or should I swim at a medium to slow pace) Any general swimming techniques, tips, and personal experiences would be helpful! And I want to know why swimming is not generally recommended as an exercise to prevent osteoporosis.
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  • Hello I have a related question: Is it better to swim every day, each time for only 15-25 minutes; or to swim 2-3 times a week, but each time 45-60 minutes? Responses appreciated! If you swim for 15-20 minutes, chances are you wont be able to get your body in a position to burn as many calories as it could. a longer workout would give you a better chance to warm up and do a variety of things to burn some calories off... I'd vote for the latter.
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  • Hello I have a related question: Is it better to swim every day, each time for only 15-25 minutes; or to swim 2-3 times a week, but each time 45-60 minutes? Responses appreciated! If you swim for 15-20 minutes, chances are you wont be able to get your body in a position to burn as many calories as it could. a longer workout would give you a better chance to warm up and do a variety of things to burn some calories off... I'd vote for the latter.
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