I swim 3 - 4 times a week and also strength train a few times weekly.
In the past I did a lot of heavy lifting but it was hard to combine it with good swim workouts because I was extremely fatigued the next day and my joints ached. I now do bodyweight exercises, a little strand pulling and some kettlebell training.
I would like to hear how other members are strength training in order to get new ideas. If it matters, I am a 55 year old male.
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"Swimming Anatomy" has many exercises that do not require any eqt., as well as several more that only require hand weights, an exercise ball, or medicine ball.
"Complete Conditioning for Swimming" also features exercises you can do on the deck. Some of them require bands.
I have both books, find them both quite useful.
"Swimming Anatomy" has many exercises that do not require any eqt., as well as several more that only require hand weights, an exercise ball, or medicine ball.
"Complete Conditioning for Swimming" also features exercises you can do on the deck. Some of them require bands.
I have both books, find them both quite useful.
