the GAINS thread

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Originally Posted by NecroP99 [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

TLDR - unable to run because of high BMI and weak knees, takes to the water like a whale.

Damn this hit a little close to home. I do feel like I'm a little heavy for running and my knees are definitely not what they used to be.

Swimming really is the best cardio -- No joint stress (minus shoulders with some strokes), forces you to breathe correctly if you have the proper form, you won't overheat if you're in a maintained pool like you would if you were running.

The only con I can think of is if you really get to putting in a lot of laps you're going to consume all of that $300 you spent at Whole Foods in one sitting.