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Exercises

Freestyle Swimming

Also known as Australian Crawl and Front Crawl

What It Is

Lap swimming with alternating arm strokes, a no-impact workout that builds endurance and is easy on sore joints.

How to Do It

Swim at a pace where you could talk in short sentences at the wall. Reach each arm forward and pull it back to your hip. Roll your head to the side to breathe. Rest at the wall when you need to.

Tips

Breathe out slowly with your face in the water. Look at the bottom of the pool so your hips stay up.

Skill Level

Intermediate. Free-weight lifts, single-leg balance under load, or near-bodyweight strength moves. Form matters.

Type

Cardio. Raises your heart rate to build endurance and heart health.

Engagement

Unilateral (Alternating). Each rep alternates between sides.

Primary Muscles

Equipment

No equipment needed.

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