Yes, I do take a couple days off in a roll from the pool, but I usually do some form exercise to keep strong. Today, 1.5 hours of 'Gilad' DVD training.
Swimming Tip:
Alternate breathing pattern.
It is more efficient to breathe on both sides of your body, because it levels out your stroke by keeping your shoulders and hips on level.
I wasn't always an alternate breather, I fought the theory for years, but I GOT TIRED of waking up after a long swim and not being able to lift my right arm for 3 days.
I practiced a lot of Catch-up Drills and alternate breathing while pulling. Eventually, it became easier to transit the alternate breathing into my full swimming stroke.
I like to breathe on one side 3 times before taking 3 strokes to breathe on the other side. My count goes ... 1,2,3,breathe, 1,2,breathe, 1,2,breathe, 1,2,3, breathe....
Most people can do this, unless there is a physical matter that prevents you from breathing this way easily. It does take some focus and practice. Good Luck.
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