Cardio
Swimming
How to
- 1 Warm up with a few easy lengths.
- 2 Swim the main distance at a steady pace.
- 3 Cool down with easy lengths.
Tips
- Count lengths and multiply by the pool length to log the distance.
- Breathe out steadily under water so each breath in is quick.
- Mix strokes or add drills to keep longer sessions going.
Common mistakes
- Holding the breath under water.
- Lifting the head high to breathe, which drops the hips.
- Starting too fast and stopping at the wall every length.
In these plans
Not part of a built-in plan. Add it to any workout from the exercise picker.
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Log it in Volu(me)
Add Swimming to any workout and log distance and time. The app works out your speed and keeps your longest session.