Another question for you seasoned vets. My workouts usually average anywhere from 1500 to 2500 meters. When I see other's workout totals here, I feel like a complete wimp. I usually work out 3-4 times a week, depending on if I'm running. Should I be doing something extra to up my workout distance, or should I swim a lesser distance but more times a week? I usually work out in the late afternoons. My team doesn't have morning workouts. Comments? Advice?
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Another question for you seasoned vets. My workouts usually average anywhere from 1500 to 2500 meters. When I see other's workout totals here, I feel like a complete wimp. I usually work out 3-4 times a week, depending on if I'm running. Should I be doing something extra to up my workout distance, or should I swim a lesser distance but more times a week? I usually work out in the late afternoons. My team doesn't have morning workouts. Comments? Advice?
The answer depends on your reasons for swimming and what you want to achieve.
Swimming for basic/minimal cardiovascular fitness is very different from training to place in national competition. And a different workout plan may be taken if you are trying to lose weight or if you enjoy it just to mindlessly relax and unwind. I've known a few people who basically swim to avoid doing chores at home or to keep themselves out of the bars. :)
Are you getting the results you want from your workout? My experience is that nobody else really wants to know the details of my swims. :D
Another question for you seasoned vets. My workouts usually average anywhere from 1500 to 2500 meters. When I see other's workout totals here, I feel like a complete wimp. I usually work out 3-4 times a week, depending on if I'm running. Should I be doing something extra to up my workout distance, or should I swim a lesser distance but more times a week? I usually work out in the late afternoons. My team doesn't have morning workouts. Comments? Advice?
The answer depends on your reasons for swimming and what you want to achieve.
Swimming for basic/minimal cardiovascular fitness is very different from training to place in national competition. And a different workout plan may be taken if you are trying to lose weight or if you enjoy it just to mindlessly relax and unwind. I've known a few people who basically swim to avoid doing chores at home or to keep themselves out of the bars. :)
Are you getting the results you want from your workout? My experience is that nobody else really wants to know the details of my swims. :D
