Swimming for cardio

[califlorida91604]

What does everybody think about swimming for cardio. I have noticed all swimmers have huge backs and shoulders on top of being lean. How long would you have to swim laps for to get a good cardio workout?
I am sick of running and don't have anybody to play basketball with since I moved to Phoenix.

 

[Trevdog]

Its like anything else, the time you train is up to you. The faster you swim, the less time you can do it.

I have done laps in the past for cardio, before the Marina Athletic Club closed. It takes a little while to get used to swimming and breathing. 20 minutes is a pretty decent workout. I liked to do it after lifting, instead of showering.

 

[califlorida91604]

Thanks Trev.
Would you still do laps after shoulders? I have been swimming after lifting for about 30mins 3 times a week but find when I swim after doing shoulders they are more sore than usual. Is that just do to a new series of movements maybe?

 

[slobberknocker]

It's also very good active recovery.