If I only swim but don't do any other exercises, what will I be missing? Not much, I suppose? I can still have a good physique and it sure does more to my health than if running is my only exercise? Comments?
When did this post all become about weight-loss? I reread ddl's post, and besides talking about physique and health, there was no mention of having to lose weight.
That being said, Vivebene beat me to the point I was going to make. Walking is just as good for your bones as running. Weight lifting is good for muscle strength and endurance (depending upon how you lift, of course).
But I cannot believe that swimming alone can't be good for you. I've met too many people who only swim and they look great and seem to be in good health. Of course, they are active individuals, and are the types who park in the back of the lot, walk their dog daily, and climb stairs vs. use elevators. So maybe it's just a matter of being active?
I heard a long time ago that if you walk 10,000 steps per day, you will maintain your weight (to bring this back to weight!). Again, maybe it should just be about being active?!
Oh, and I would remind everyone out there that beer is all natural: water, grain, hops, yeast. So drink beer!
Cheers,
When did this post all become about weight-loss? I reread ddl's post, and besides talking about physique and health, there was no mention of having to lose weight.
That being said, Vivebene beat me to the point I was going to make. Walking is just as good for your bones as running. Weight lifting is good for muscle strength and endurance (depending upon how you lift, of course).
But I cannot believe that swimming alone can't be good for you. I've met too many people who only swim and they look great and seem to be in good health. Of course, they are active individuals, and are the types who park in the back of the lot, walk their dog daily, and climb stairs vs. use elevators. So maybe it's just a matter of being active?
I heard a long time ago that if you walk 10,000 steps per day, you will maintain your weight (to bring this back to weight!). Again, maybe it should just be about being active?!
Oh, and I would remind everyone out there that beer is all natural: water, grain, hops, yeast. So drink beer!
Cheers,
