In 2 weeks of regular swimming (2-3x weekly), I've gotten myself to over a half mile already. My speed has increased noticeably. From a tip I already picked up out here, my freestyle form is much more rythmic, and my *** stroke has is starting to take on the early signs of a butterfly.
But I've been having some really nasty cramping issues in my calves. I mean horrific pain and knotting.
What's a good way to combat that? Is it the water temperture that causes it? (the pool I swim in will never be mistaken for a jacuzzi)
Any tips or advice will be greatly appreciated.
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Try either eating a banana or taking a potassium supplement.
I used to get cramps all the time in preseason soccer and swimming. Also after 400's in track. Taking in more potassium has literally rid me of cramps. I forgot to take some before my first swim practice last fall and got two cramps in my calves so bad I couldn't get out of the pool.
Try it. It really does work. I've told friends about it and it has helped them.
Try either eating a banana or taking a potassium supplement.
I used to get cramps all the time in preseason soccer and swimming. Also after 400's in track. Taking in more potassium has literally rid me of cramps. I forgot to take some before my first swim practice last fall and got two cramps in my calves so bad I couldn't get out of the pool.
Try it. It really does work. I've told friends about it and it has helped them.
