FAQ

I am 34 years old and looking to get back into shape. I have chosen swimming since it is a full body exercise.


	Home -> Discussion -> Swimming

Author

Message

jjameshall
Yahoo User

Posted: Sun Jan 06, 2008 10:18 am Post subject: I am 34 years old and looking to get back into shape. I have chosen swimming since it is a full body exercise.

What are some good exercises to do in the pool to build my endurance and strength while also losing some weight? Thanks!

me!
Yahoo User

Posted: Sun Jan 06, 2008 10:21 am Post subject:

water aerobics...i love it!!

Zach-loves-sammi
Yahoo User

Posted: Sun Jan 06, 2008 10:21 am Post subject:

don't worry just keep working out because the male body reaches it's full fitness at 40

Guitarhero Freak
Yahoo User

Posted: Sun Jan 06, 2008 10:22 am Post subject:

Swimming is great, and so is just working out at the gym!Try to push yourself to the next limit by doing harder challenges.Hope this helps!

nobrethequeen
Yahoo User

Posted: Sun Jan 06, 2008 10:22 am Post subject:

hi, well after u have done all of the exercises in the pool try walking around the whole pool on the sides for about 5 minutes & then turn around the other way & do it the same amount of time. it will tone up your whole body. bb, nobrethequeen

hugs_are_priceless
Yahoo User

Posted: Sun Jan 06, 2008 10:22 am Post subject:

Last year when I started to swim again. (since childhood)I just started with the kickboard so I could build up leg strength until I could go with my arms.With my arms. Because I am a women I placed a float noodle under my breasts to keep me up. Then I pushed myself with my arms.Gradually I started to use my arms & legs together as a full swim.

figgy
Yahoo User

Posted: Sun Jan 06, 2008 10:22 am Post subject:

well im on a swim team and i do laps

panther
Yahoo User

Posted: Sun Jan 06, 2008 10:22 am Post subject:

just swim its good for all the body start slow and work up youre speed swimming well done

Da' Doo
Yahoo User

Posted: Sun Jan 06, 2008 10:23 am Post subject:

Squats, Weight Lifting, Running In Place, and Ti-Chi are Great Exercises to use In a Pool

Noelana
Yahoo User

Posted: Sun Jan 06, 2008 10:23 am Post subject:

Laps back and forth is one of the best ways, it will work all lof your muscles and you will gain endurance. Going to the deep end and kicking your legs to stay afloat works great also. Getting some leg weights can help with resistance in the shallow end. Doing breath exercises - holding your breath under water while calm can help with endurance.

artsy
Yahoo User

Posted: Sun Jan 06, 2008 10:23 am Post subject:

I love swimming! I've been told that you should vary your speed instead of going steadily along for a mile. If you swim a couple laps as fast as you can, then a couple at a comfortable rate, and keep alternating, that is supposed to be a better workout. Some people will use a kickboard and do several laps working just their legs. Some also like to use those strap on fin things for your hands. If you go to a pool during the designated lap swim time, there will probably be some others in there with the fins, etc. You could discuss it with them. They'll surely have some pointers.

Stormy_Rain
Yahoo User

Posted: Sun Jan 06, 2008 10:27 am Post subject:

First of all do not eat anything that contains lots of sugar in it. eat a lot of veggies and drink some v-8 juice .drink lots of water. dont go jogging or running because wheather people know it or not that kind of exercising puts a lot of stress on your feet ankles and not to mention your back...try riding a bike ,swimming is excellent for the musle toning.

҉Festive҉ - ҉Fuzzy҉
Yahoo User

Posted: Sun Jan 06, 2008 10:32 am Post subject:

Nothing better than the actual action of swimming. Do both front crawl and breath stroke. Work up to doing a full hour without any breather breaks. After 6 months of doing that 2 or 3 times a week, consider using a gym as well.

questionprincess
Yahoo User

Posted: Sun Jan 06, 2008 2:12 pm Post subject:

::Floating for 15 minutes. It helps you with the abs and posture - really!::The froggy :o mostly continuous laps instead of stopping in between. Just remember not to go overboard because you might have cramps

	Discussion -> Swimming	All times are GMT - 8 Hours
Page 1 of 1

Source: