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?
The "evidence" about which exercise is best to prevent osteoporosis is all over the board.As far as i know the only study done on Masters swimmers showed swimming alone did improve bone density.I know of no study saying weight lifting doesn't help bone density and no good study showing running to be better than lifting. I lift weights and spin primarily to swim faster.I hate running,but to those who don't,go for it. Swimming is my first love,but for ease of exercise I can use my Fit Ball and stationary bike while watching TV.
To answer the original question,depending on your goal,swimming may be all you need.
The "evidence" about which exercise is best to prevent osteoporosis is all over the board.As far as i know the only study done on Masters swimmers showed swimming alone did improve bone density.I know of no study saying weight lifting doesn't help bone density and no good study showing running to be better than lifting. I lift weights and spin primarily to swim faster.I hate running,but to those who don't,go for it. Swimming is my first love,but for ease of exercise I can use my Fit Ball and stationary bike while watching TV.
To answer the original question,depending on your goal,swimming may be all you need.
