why does swimming give such horrible cramps

[colby]

I like that line of thinking. Maybe you'll hit on something that will make me speed through the water like Phelps (nah- I don't think so).

It's good to dream..... In the meantime, anything that helps me beat the boys in the pool makes me feel good. (Terrible, I know)

I guess the good news in this thread is that cramped swimmers aren't alone!!

I have had the toes crossing thing someone else mentioned, so I guess it's kind of like cramps. Feels like my toes are frozen connected for a second, but I haven't had to stop, just shake it out.