I find alternating between the breast stroke, the crawl and the back stroke works lots of different muscle groups, and as you are alternating between swims gives each muscle group a break/rest.
A good beginner swim workout would be the standard swim try to do as many laps as you can in the pool. It is recommended to try to swim about 400m-1200m.
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If you want to find a great swim videos I recommend looking at YouTube, it has some awesome videos on how to get a great swim workout. Another great website is "floswimming.org".
There are many sites available that provide free workout plans. http://www.livestrong.com/workout/ provides several options. The most important thing is to find a plan that incorporates things you enjoy doing. If you don't like to run, but do like to swim find a plan that incorporates swimming in your workout.
Swim a mile with 30 second breaks every 500 yards or so.
You can find the best workout videos on the web sites I have included for you at the following sites. www.fitnessmagazine.com/workout/gear/DVDs/10-best-workout-dvds/
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The best outdoor workout equipment for a full-body workout is a set of resistance bands. They are versatile, portable, and can target all muscle groups effectively.
This website gives you 10 of the best workout DVDs. Each and every one provides you with what part of the body the DVD is best for. For example, the "10 Minute Solution: Rapid Results Pilates" is best for Core Strength. The link is here: http://www.fitnessmagazine.com/workout/gear/DVDs/10-best-workout-dvds/
AnswerJog, Run, Walk, Swim, Bike, Low impact aerobics.
Ok, this is something that is up my alley, I am a college swimmer, and our coach and many other coaches I know have us weaight train BEFORE a swim workout. After the weights, we swim at least 5,000 yds to loosen up after the workout, and then we don't meet again till the afternoon. (weight training is at around 6am). Remember when doing weights, you want low/medlow weight and high repition, as well as stretch well before and after weights, and before and after swimming. I hope this helped you out, good luck with you training.
The best type of foods to eat after a workout are Chicken and Mixed Vegetables and if you workout in the morning I suggest an egg omelet with avocado. Whey Protein Shakes are best if you drink them at the gym. Hope this helps!