calories burned while swimming

pawpaw0906
pawpaw0906 Posts: 3 Member
edited January 29 in Fitness and Exercise
Hi all, does anyone have any info on swimming as a weight loss tool? My pool will be finished next week so help.

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  • cwolfman13
    cwolfman13 Posts: 41,865 Member
    Too many variables...your stats, intensity, duration, etc...there is no single answer for your question. Best bet is a HRM...still an estimate, but your best bet.

    Also, your best "weight loss tool" is your diet. If you're using MFP, there's a big old calorie deficit from maintenance built in there for weight loss. You eat to that goal and lose weight. I lost my first 20 Lbs without lifting a finger in exercise before I decided that I also wanted to be fit.
  • chatondoux
    chatondoux Posts: 38
    I second the HRM :) Make sure you get one with a chest strap they are the most accurate. And either way, enjoy the pool! Anytime you are moving you are burning calories :) So jealous I want a pool haha :(
  • pawpaw0906
    pawpaw0906 Posts: 3 Member
    thanks for the instant help. good advice.
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