I am on a weight loss program, with a 46lb loss already. I have been exercising but would like to incorporate swimming into my routine as well. I have always enjoyed swimming and would eventually like to compete. Does anyone have any suggestions on where do start....I have been participating wkly in a water aerobics class but would like to incorporate lap swimming. Thanks for your help.
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I too have been in your place. I have lost 75lbs. in about a year and a half with swimming being my main exercise. If you have never been a lap swimmer before I would recommend getting with your local club or others who swim. It really helps to have someone else to workout with. I swim mostly on my own and know that some days I could easily skip. Start out slowly and build to a good workout. The first week that I went back to swimming I only swam 500 - 1000 yd a day. It took about a month to build to where I could easily do a workout of 3000 - 5000yd. The workouts posted on this site are great and keep things interesting. If you want to compete, having a coach and group to work out with is by far the best. They keep you motivated, help with technique, etc. Keep up the hard work and good luck with your goals. Keep on swimming!!
Lee Anne:cool:
I too have been in your place. I have lost 75lbs. in about a year and a half with swimming being my main exercise. If you have never been a lap swimmer before I would recommend getting with your local club or others who swim. It really helps to have someone else to workout with. I swim mostly on my own and know that some days I could easily skip. Start out slowly and build to a good workout. The first week that I went back to swimming I only swam 500 - 1000 yd a day. It took about a month to build to where I could easily do a workout of 3000 - 5000yd. The workouts posted on this site are great and keep things interesting. If you want to compete, having a coach and group to work out with is by far the best. They keep you motivated, help with technique, etc. Keep up the hard work and good luck with your goals. Keep on swimming!!
Lee Anne:cool:
