5 tips to build more endurance in swimming
Swimming is undoubtedly one of the most suitable forms of exercise to work your entire body and cardiovascular system and also burns almost as many calories as running, without putting any strain on your bones and joints. But how will you improve your endurance so that you can reap all the benefits of swimming?
Follow these 5 tips from Holmes Place Pool Trainers and watch your performance soar!
1. Focus on proper technique
Poor technique puts more strain on your body and causes fatigue. Try to improve your posture in the water and use all the strength in your arms.
2. Try other styles
By trying other swimming styles, you increase your strength and endurance as you find new ways each time to give your muscles a challenge. Break up long routes with different styles, giving some parts of your body a chance for a break. This way, you reduce the risk of injury.
3. Say YES to equipment
Don’t underestimate the use of auxiliary equipment. Try flippers, swim parachutes or a snorkel and increase your arm and leg strength, as well as your lung capacity.
4. Change your pace frequently
If you swim many laps at the same slow pace, your endurance will not improve immediately. Pace changes will be challenging for your heart and force your body to adapt. Focus on moderate-intensity workouts to build your aerobic capacity or high-intensity speed to improve your sprints.
5. Reduce rest time between sets and workouts
By reducing rest time between your sets, you’ll be able to swim longer distances in less time. Similarly, if you stick to a schedule of consistent workouts throughout the week, for example 3-4 times, you will improve both your technique and endurance.