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.
There's the pre/post swim time factor to consider as well. It's going to take you some time to get ready to swim (get there, change) and some time after your swim (shower, dress, go home). It adds up and isn't going to be affected by how long you swim.
Skip Montanaro
There's the pre/post swim time factor to consider as well. It's going to take you some time to get ready to swim (get there, change) and some time after your swim (shower, dress, go home). It adds up and isn't going to be affected by how long you swim.
Skip Montanaro
