mmmmmm sorry.... actually a number of scientific studies have shown swimming, while it is certainly a great cardio exercise, can often lead to no loss of body fat or even gain... It is not disputed that a great number of calories can be burned swimming and that it certainly is good exercise, but the exposure to cold water is an appetite stimulant and exercisers who swim often will replace calories at a greater rate than they are burned - so if you choose swimming for weight loss you have to be *extremely* disciplined about refueling.
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07-26-2013, 09:34 AM #1
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07-26-2013, 12:17 PM #2
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Eden is right. I've also read that just being in colder water makes your body hold onto fat for insulation. Can't fool mother nature!
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07-28-2013, 01:29 PM #3
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Well again, I cannot and therefore will not be swimming. I am biking, walking, and strength training. Not swimming.
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07-28-2013, 09:53 PM #4
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That's really good combination of activities and anyway it's best to do whatever you want to and can do to create a habit
. I'm currently listening to a podcast regularly, "Paleo Lifestyle and Fitness", I really get a lot of good Information out of it even though I don't eat strict "Paleo", I think maybe you would like it too?
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