Swimming? Cardio vs Strength?
StephieWillcox
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Would you count swimming (front crawl, fairly swift) as a cardio exercise that I should cut down on, or as a hybrid cardio/strength exercise that I can incorporate into my schedule?
I only ask because I like swimming, and would like to work on increasing my stamina and speed, but then feel that this may just be additional cardio and my time may be better spent in the gym?
Steph
I only ask because I like swimming, and would like to work on increasing my stamina and speed, but then feel that this may just be additional cardio and my time may be better spent in the gym?
Steph
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HI there, swimming is cardio but that doesn't mean you shouldn't do it! I swim a couple times a week for 30-40 mins or so (nothing major, more treading water, some back stroke and breast stroke but not super fast or anything).
Just make sure your activity level is set correctly and don't over do it.0 -
I think you will be most successful if you are doing something you enjoy for physical activity. Swimming is most definitely cardio, but it doesn't mean you can't also do weight training on the days you swim or the days you don't. Find what works for you.0
