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In my last post “Lap Swimming: All You Need To Know”<\/a> I offered advice and sample workouts for swimmers of various abilities.\u00a0 So by now you’ve been swimming and are looking to try something else.\u00a0 Maybe because it’s winter outside and you’d rather spend an hour at the gym then jumping into a pool and getting wet.\u00a0 Or maybe you want to get stronger to become a faster or more efficient swimmer.\u00a0 Either way dry land training or cross training can be just as important as the time a swimmer spends in the pool.<\/p>\n

Once one has decided to add in dry land training into the mix one needs to start thinking on what should be their SMART (Specific Measurable Attainable Realistic Timely) Goal.\u00a0 A SMART Goal might be “I want to shave 5 seconds off my 1500m Freestyle in 12 months by attending 3 swim workouts a week and going to gym at least 2 times a week for the next 12 months.”\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A SMART Goal is NOT “I want to be faster.”\u00a0 So stop reading and write down what your SMART Goal is.\u00a0 Now that you got your SMART Goal it’s time to tackle what will help you get to your goal by hitting the gym.<\/p>\n

Most gyms offer an array of cardio and strength machines and equipment and others offer additional strength, cardio and well being classes.\u00a0 But what to start with and what to stick with is the million dollar question.\u00a0 So once you join a gym I will suggest that you purchase some training sessions with a Certified Personal Trainer even if it’s only for 2 or 3 sessions.\u00a0 There is no point going to a gym and trying a new routine and injuring yourself due to bad form or proper exercise knowledge.\u00a0 Having a Certified Personal Trainer show you the correct form and offer you advice on what exercises work best for your goals is the best and safest route to go.\u00a0 Some gyms offer a complimentary session when joining the gym which I advise you to take advantage of as soon as possible.\u00a0 After a few sessions you may want to continue with that trainer as they’ll be able to show you new routines on a regular basis helping to break the monotonous of doing the same workout over and over.\u00a0 If you decide to go it on your own I do suggest that you do a check in with your routine by buying a single training session maybe every 6 months or at least once a year to make sure you are still using correct form and maybe finding a new routine.<\/p>\n

Just maybe personal training sessions may not be for you due to cost or other reasons then you can try the group classes route.\u00a0 Most gym offer many classes that are usually included in your membership.\u00a0 Picking a class can be a bit nerve wracking since you may not know what you like or what is good for your cross training.\u00a0 As most classes are free at most gyms I’d advise someone to try them all at least once or twice.\u00a0 Just to see if you like the class and the instructors.\u00a0 Different types of classes can help you be a better swimmer by focusing on various aspects of your workout.\u00a0 For Strength and Endurance of the muscles try a weight training class such as Les Mills’ Body Pump or Mossa’s Group Power.\u00a0 Those classes are a one hour full body workout using free weights and body weight.\u00a0 The classes are taught by a certified instructor to guide you to proper form.\u00a0 Best of all these classes are choreographed to music so you get to have some fun in your workout.\u00a0 For Flexibility I would recommend a Yoga Class.\u00a0 You can never go wrong with Yoga and some gyms offer various levels of Yoga for beginners and advanced students.\u00a0 One of my all time favorite classes to help build my cardio endurance is Spinning or Indoor Cycling Classes.\u00a0 Indoor Cycing Classes are also choreographed to music to make the time fly by.\u00a0 Again these classes are taught by a certified instructor to guide your to proper form and a great workout.\u00a0 With all classes they also become a great social outlet meeting new friends who then can hold you accountable when you skip a few weeks of classes.\u00a0 Remember that each instructor have different personalties which can change up the class dynamic so if you don’t like a class try it with a different instructor, you may love it!<\/p>\n

After a few months into your dry land or cross training I’d check in with myself to see how I’m doing towards my SMART Goal.\u00a0 Try entering in a swim meet and see if you have been able to shave off time off that 1500m.\u00a0 If not don’t be alarmed or discouraged as these are small baby steps.\u00a0 Try and have someone film your swimming and then review your swim.\u00a0 Maybe you need more propulsion off the wall or more flexibility of the ankle in kicking.\u00a0 Use this feedback to adjust your dry land routine.\u00a0 Ask fellow swimmers what they are doing?\u00a0 Trust me other swimmers will be glad to pass advice.\u00a0 Years ago when I started swimming again I came up with my own weight training routine as I got stronger in the water other swimmers asked me what I was doing.\u00a0 I then jotted down my routine and emailed it out to a few swimmers.<\/p>\n

In the end of it all remember weight training combined with swimming is a good thing.\u00a0 I hardly doubt any of us will turn into the Incredible Hulk in a few months time so don’t worry about becoming to bulky.\u00a0 Take the advice from Certified Personal Trainers and take advantage of Group Classes.<\/p>\n

Disclaimer: The author is a Certified Personal Trainer and is certified to teach MOSSA Group Power, Group Centergy, Group Core, Group Ride and R30.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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