Increased Strength = Increased Performance
From January to June this year I swam 1km 6 days a week. Then I stopped because I had to reduce my cardio to help build up some muscle size. Back then I could swim 50 metres in 45 seconds, on my best days. Today I jumped in the pool and just for fun timed myself - even though I hadn’t swum for over 6 weeks. I came up with 40 seconds. I couldn’t believe my eyes so timed myself again, 40 seconds. Bottom line, the extra body strength has significantly increased my performance despite no training and no cardio. Now if that isn’t a testament to weight training I don’t know what is.
August 31, 2008 at 6:17 pm
Bella, How many laps is 50 metres, us American’s don’t translate very well, at least I don’t. Funny you should write this post because today, while I was swimming, I was thinking that my speed has really increased this summer. I have swam every break all summer !!! I basically have swam since Jan. I had the Life Guards critigue my stroke and they said I was not using my legs enough. Weight training plus some adjustments has had really great results for me. I look forward to receiving your feedback. clc.
October 17, 2008 at 1:25 pm
Afternoon. Out of a particular curiosity, have you ever vacationed in Vancouver/Whistler? Regards, Brett