Swimming instead of running

[rockymarciano1]

Ok I'm a pro I'm 2(2)-0-0 Heres my boxrec as proof lol no one ever believes me on here

http://boxrec.com/list_bouts.php?hum...4269&cat=boxer

I'm fighting oct 14th I know it's close to change things up so I'm not for this fight, but I gave bad knees and I heard swimming was good. I run 6 miles a day I fight at 135-140. I know some others like klitchkos do it and Roger mayweather told me he used to to in Texas at one of his camps

But what can I do I have an olympic sized pool at my disposal what workouts are there in the pool besides just laps to help my lungs or any help would be awesome thanks I live in Tampa area fl so weather is always good all help is appreciated

what's your amatuer record?

[Ringo]

There's not a lot of arguing with the idea that swimming is a good conditioning tool. Especially if you have bad knees or other joints/problem areas. But, swimming does not build the anabolic/explosive power base that running does. The impact/transfer of motion that running provides builds muscles and fibers differently than the aerobic, low impact exercise of swimming. If you are looking for a way strictly to maintain your aerobic threshold (or even exceed it), then hit the pool. But, switch up some kind of workout as needed - e.g. - spend longer with the jump rope, some box jumps, toe touches, whatever.

[jjones10591]

what's your amatuer record?

I was 10-11 I started at 18 I'm now 21 I hated amateur boxing from the start and only wanted to become a pro!

[jjones10591]

There's not a lot of arguing with the idea that swimming is a good conditioning tool. Especially if you have bad knees or other joints/problem areas. But, swimming does not build the anabolic/explosive power base that running does. The impact/transfer of motion that running provides builds muscles and fibers differently than the aerobic, low impact exercise of swimming. If you are looking for a way strictly to maintain your aerobic threshold (or even exceed it), then hit the pool. But, switch up some kind of workout as needed - e.g. - spend longer with the jump rope, some box jumps, toe touches, whatever.

Thank you that's what I was looking for how to supplement the running with other stuff to still build my legs thanks

[dctopboots01]

Ok I'm a pro I'm 2(2)-0-0 Heres my boxrec as proof lol no one ever believes me on here

http://boxrec.com/list_bouts.php?hum...4269&cat=boxer

I'm fighting oct 14th I know it's close to change things up so I'm not for this fight, but I gave bad knees and I heard swimming was good. I run 6 miles a day I fight at 135-140. I know some others like klitchkos do it and Roger mayweather told me he used to to in Texas at one of his camps

But what can I do I have an olympic sized pool at my disposal what workouts are there in the pool besides just laps to help my lungs or any help would be awesome thanks I live in Tampa area fl so weather is always good all help is appreciated

I wouldn't stop running completley as this helps you move your legs in fights. 2 runs and 2 swims a week is ggod but swimming is a very good alternative!

[Teedoe3]

Better off doing both

[JAB5239]

Ok I'm a pro I'm 2(2)-0-0 Heres my boxrec as proof lol no one ever believes me on here

http://boxrec.com/list_bouts.php?hum...4269&cat=boxer

I'm fighting oct 14th I know it's close to change things up so I'm not for this fight, but I gave bad knees and I heard swimming was good. I run 6 miles a day I fight at 135-140. I know some others like klitchkos do it and Roger mayweather told me he used to to in Texas at one of his camps

But what can I do I have an olympic sized pool at my disposal what workouts are there in the pool besides just laps to help my lungs or any help would be awesome thanks I live in Tampa area fl so weather is always good all help is appreciated

Say man, you fighting for Terry Trekas?

[jjones10591]

Say man, you fighting for Terry Trekas?

Yes I was actually both mine were with him but he's getting out of promoting