Participation rates for competition in Running vs. Swimming
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How do these compare?
It seems to me that the number of competitors in Masters swim meets is so small compared to the number of "fitness" swimmers (including swimmers in Masters groups).
Then again there are a lot of joggers that likely never do so much as a 5k.
maybe it's because running is a "free" sport compared to the cost of swim training.
for running you only need shoes and time, but with swimming you need suits, time and pool time.
anyone can run/jog, not everyone can swim
maybe it's because running is a "free" sport compared to the cost of swim training.
for running you only need shoes and time, but with swimming you need suits, time and pool time.
anyone can run/jog, not everyone can swim
