Here's my question: Should one intentionally loose muscle mass and weightlifting strength in order to be more streamlined and potentially go faster in the water? How much mass would one have to lose in order to present less resistance in the water?
Maybe on a related note: Let's say a swimmer has a muscular build, and their technique is very good, would they benefit from losing ten lbs. of extra muscle mass and maybe becoming a more streamlined vessel?
Any thoughts? :weightlifter::banana::weightlifter::banana:
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Maybe it’s their natural competitive nature, but athletes are at high risk for developing an eating disorder or distorted body image. I think swimmers may be even more susceptible to this because they are looking for whatever can give them the slightest edge over their opponents. I'm not saying you have an issue at all - I just think its an important issue that swimmers should be aware of.
I'd give the edge to dancers and gymnasts (having done those activites/ sports as well.) Talk about pressure to have the right look and body.
Maybe it’s their natural competitive nature, but athletes are at high risk for developing an eating disorder or distorted body image. I think swimmers may be even more susceptible to this because they are looking for whatever can give them the slightest edge over their opponents. I'm not saying you have an issue at all - I just think its an important issue that swimmers should be aware of.
I'd give the edge to dancers and gymnasts (having done those activites/ sports as well.) Talk about pressure to have the right look and body.
