idkwhy Posted October 12, 2016 Report Share Posted October 12, 2016 Hi guys~ I'm not sure whether to start gym or go swimming (or maybe running). I would just want a lean fit body, and I have this tummy that forever won't go away. What do you guys think? SEXY AF. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doncoin Posted October 12, 2016 Report Share Posted October 12, 2016 Most swimmers do add weight training into the mix. idkwhy 1 Quote Love. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xiaoxianrou Posted October 13, 2016 Report Share Posted October 13, 2016 Go for Max cardio, ie. Jogging and swimming. Try those places with gym and swimming pool side by side. Have a half an hour run at the treadmill followed by half an hour worth of continuous swimming. After the swimming if your arms still have strength, do push ups and sit ups. Do this 3 times a week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest Posted October 13, 2016 Report Share Posted October 13, 2016 If you are older or have injuries, swimming is good. But do supplement with some weight training. For lean fit, diet also very important. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idkwhy Posted October 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted October 13, 2016 8 hours ago, Guest Guest said: If you are older or have injuries, swimming is good. But do supplement with some weight training. For lean fit, diet also very important. 10 hours ago, Xiaoxianrou said: Go for Max cardio, ie. Jogging and swimming. Try those places with gym and swimming pool side by side. Have a half an hour run at the treadmill followed by half an hour worth of continuous swimming. After the swimming if your arms still have strength, do push ups and sit ups. Do this 3 times a week. Well I'm 27 lol, but I have tendinitis (probs cause I was a scout and did too much of climbing trees and marching etc.) so probably I can't go for long run/ jog but I would love to though. I don't swim and I don't know how to haha So I'm planning to take up swimming lessons next month lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xiaoxianrou Posted October 13, 2016 Report Share Posted October 13, 2016 I used to swim alot.. one of my favourite hobby. but now don't really have the time to do so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idkwhy Posted October 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted October 13, 2016 1 hour ago, Xiaoxianrou said: I used to swim alot.. one of my favourite hobby. but now don't really have the time to do so. Awh how come? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xiaoxianrou Posted October 13, 2016 Report Share Posted October 13, 2016 Start working le.. no more free afternoons.. don't like to swim at night as too cold. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idkwhy Posted October 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted October 13, 2016 5 hours ago, Xiaoxianrou said: Start working le.. no more free afternoons.. don't like to swim at night as too cold. During weekends lo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balestier Posted October 14, 2016 Report Share Posted October 14, 2016 21 minutes ago, idkwhy said: During weekends lo morning lor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idkwhy Posted October 14, 2016 Author Report Share Posted October 14, 2016 9 minutes ago, Balestier said: morning lor Morning working lor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest Posted October 14, 2016 Report Share Posted October 14, 2016 I go swimming 4x per week and shed 3" off my waist. The core is worked a lot in swimming so my abs also become toned. Each time I swim about 2km, takes an hour plus. Only thing is I need bigger biceps to balance things up and swimming doesn't do much for that. blowmenow and idkwhy 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idkwhy Posted October 14, 2016 Author Report Share Posted October 14, 2016 1 hour ago, Guest Guest said: I go swimming 4x per week and shed 3" off my waist. The core is worked a lot in swimming so my abs also become toned. Each time I swim about 2km, takes an hour plus. Only thing is I need bigger biceps to balance things up and swimming doesn't do much for that. Thanks for the tips! I don't think I can do 4x per week but I'll try haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balestier Posted October 14, 2016 Report Share Posted October 14, 2016 7 hours ago, Guest Guest said: I go swimming 4x per week and shed 3" off my waist. The core is worked a lot in swimming so my abs also become toned. Each time I swim about 2km, takes an hour plus. Only thing is I need bigger biceps to balance things up and swimming doesn't do much for that. each time 40 laps is not easy to start with Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xydboy Posted October 14, 2016 Report Share Posted October 14, 2016 (edited) On 10/13/2016 at 0:37 AM, idkwhy said: Hi guys~ I'm not sure whether to start gym or go swimming (or maybe running). I would just want a lean fit body, and I have this tummy that forever won't go away. What do you guys think? SEXY AF. On 10/13/2016 at 10:21 PM, idkwhy said: Well I'm 27 lol, but I have tendinitis (probs cause I was a scout and did too much of climbing trees and marching etc.) so probably I can't go for long run/ jog but I would love to though. I don't swim and I don't know how to haha So I'm planning to take up swimming lessons next month lol. Great that you are taking the effort. Just remember this throughout your training, same goes for everyone who comes up with excuses with training: "If you want something you've never had, then you got to do something which you've never done". Don't expect the good bod to magically appear. It comes with hardwork, it comes with discipline, it comes with blood and tears. Your body will show how much effort you put into it. Life is fair, you get what you deserve, more so when it comes to training. Edited October 14, 2016 by xydboy bluerunner and barocco80 2 Quote Follow me at http://instagram.com/ytraymond =) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fabianc Posted October 16, 2016 Report Share Posted October 16, 2016 swimming is more relaxing imo Mroneonline, Benny Starter and fireblaze_69 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idkwhy Posted October 16, 2016 Author Report Share Posted October 16, 2016 On 10/14/2016 at 10:31 PM, xydboy said: Great that you are taking the effort. Just remember this throughout your training, same goes for everyone who comes up with excuses with training: "If you want something you've never had, then you got to do something which you've never done". Don't expect the good bod to magically appear. It comes with hardwork, it comes with discipline, it comes with blood and tears. Your body will show how much effort you put into it. Life is fair, you get what you deserve, more so when it comes to training. Haha that was inspiring! Thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idkwhy Posted October 16, 2016 Author Report Share Posted October 16, 2016 2 hours ago, fabianc said: swimming is more relaxing imo I thought so too. That's why I chose to swim Benny Starter 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benny Starter Posted October 16, 2016 Report Share Posted October 16, 2016 how much is it to enroll in a swimming class? Badly need to trim down a bit. Training and having fun is a good idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idkwhy Posted October 16, 2016 Author Report Share Posted October 16, 2016 15 minutes ago, Benny Starter said: how much is it to enroll in a swimming class? Badly need to trim down a bit. Training and having fun is a good idea. It was around 3xx when I saw last month Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluerunner Posted October 18, 2016 Report Share Posted October 18, 2016 On 16/10/2016 at 5:59 PM, fabianc said: swimming is more relaxing imo I agree with you. For swim session is always more relaxing compare to my run session. Perhaps I did not push hard enough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Hiit Posted October 18, 2016 Report Share Posted October 18, 2016 If your swim is relaxing, then you may not be getting enough of a workout. To force your body to burn fats, you really need to swim till you are out of breath. To start, alternate periods of fast swimming with short periods of relaxing swim. jdu 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedoswim Posted October 21, 2016 Report Share Posted October 21, 2016 I am looking into swimming too.. looks like there are some wonderful tips here.. thanks people.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thorzguy Posted October 21, 2016 Report Share Posted October 21, 2016 Swimming and gym - quite a different kind of exercise. Swimming is good, for all overall being. Less stressful on your knees, legs (especially if you compare to running). Try to do pull your strokes a little longer (meaning to say, less strokes to complete a lap). Also, if you are looking to train your lungs, do a 50m burst; guaranteed you to be breathless. I train for stamina - longer strokes, but 4 strokes, 1 breathe in/out... This helps to complement better for my long run too. As for gym - It takes more commitment to that. It is a good form of exercise, but do not ignore the cardio portion. Sorry, but I have too many friends, who have very nice gym bodies, but did not train for their cardio. Stay motivated! Do not bother to think too much about your body. One must feel good when he exercises. Keep going! jdu and blowmenow 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fireblaze_69 Posted October 31, 2016 Report Share Posted October 31, 2016 On 10/21/2016 at 9:43 AM, speedoswim said: I am looking into swimming too.. looks like there are some wonderful tips here.. thanks people.. Take it up! Nice tumblr btw speedoswim 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedoswim Posted November 1, 2016 Report Share Posted November 1, 2016 20 hours ago, fireblaze_69 said: Take it up! Nice tumblr btw Thanks! glad you like it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alone_lonely Posted November 4, 2016 Report Share Posted November 4, 2016 On Thursday, October 13, 2016 at 10:21 PM, idkwhy said: Well I'm 27 lol, but I have tendinitis (probs cause I was a scout and did too much of climbing trees and marching etc.) so probably I can't go for long run/ jog but I would love to though. I don't swim and I don't know how to haha So I'm planning to take up swimming lessons next month lol. i want to take up swimming lessons too. where do you plan to? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samezuka Posted November 6, 2016 Report Share Posted November 6, 2016 I only swim, because its a sport you can engage for life even after arthritic changes in your joints lol. Swimming in the sea with fishes is an amazing experience too. My longest swim was 7km in the open waters. Personally I avoid gyms because there are those muscle maries everywhere hogging the weights, showing off, and making loud unecessary noises. blowmenow 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XKY Posted November 7, 2016 Report Share Posted November 7, 2016 @idkwhy so how's ur progress now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnJames Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 On 10/12/2016 at 9:37 AM, idkwhy said: Hi guys~ I'm not sure whether to start gym or go swimming (or maybe running). I would just want a lean fit body, and I have this tummy that forever won't go away. What do you guys think? SEXY AF. Swimming is the finest way for you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blowmenow Posted November 27, 2016 Report Share Posted November 27, 2016 On 10/14/2016 at 11:36 AM, Guest Guest said: I go swimming 4x per week and shed 3" off my waist. The core is worked a lot in swimming so my abs also become toned. Each time I swim about 2km, takes an hour plus. Only thing is I need bigger biceps to balance things up and swimming doesn't do much for that. 3 inches??! I gonna swim swim swim!!! thanks... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blowmenow Posted November 27, 2016 Report Share Posted November 27, 2016 On 11/7/2016 at 1:19 AM, Samezuka said: I only swim, because its a sport you can engage for life even after arthritic changes in your joints lol. Swimming in the sea with fishes is an amazing experience too. My longest swim was 7km in the open waters. wow!!! u must be superb swimmer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samezuka Posted December 5, 2016 Report Share Posted December 5, 2016 On 2016/11/27 at 2:28 PM, blowmenow said: wow!!! u must be superb swimmer I really enjoy swimming. Shame it isnt really popular here. Most are at the pool to cruise or tan lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest Posted December 6, 2016 Report Share Posted December 6, 2016 On 2016/12/5 at 10:25 PM, Samezuka said: I really enjoy swimming. Shame it isnt really popular here. Most are at the pool to cruise or tan lol. Just get in the pool and do your own thing. If people cruise, let them be. If they cruise you, just say thanks but no thanks. On another note, whilst you can get a good body from swimming, I read somewhere that you won't get ripped and shredded from swimming easily because your body learns to keep some fat to maintain buoyancy. Our bodies are amazing things that learn to adapt to environment very quickly. Point is, don't just do one form of exercise. Swimming can be your main workout, but spend some time in the gym, maybe 2x pw. If you can't afford a gym, do some calisthenics at the park or body weight exercises. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest Posted December 6, 2016 Report Share Posted December 6, 2016 Just to add, if you look at Schooling, he's not ripped. Same with the Thorpedo. Even Phelps is not ripped by gym standards. True, you got Quah Zhengwen, but that's just cos he's a skinny lil' chinky boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samezuka Posted December 6, 2016 Report Share Posted December 6, 2016 Well perhaps OP might want to give gymming a shot if his only ultimate aim is to get ripped. I swim because I like water and it is something I enjoy, not for a ripped bod. Subscribed to one of those commercial gyms before, but I couldn't stand the muscular divas hogging all the weights and blatantly showing off themselves, with loud moans and all. Too superficial for me. Of course that is just my personal opinion. blowmenow 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kimochi Posted December 7, 2016 Report Share Posted December 7, 2016 I gym after swim . good feeling ~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marysenter Posted December 14, 2016 Report Share Posted December 14, 2016 I think you should go to doctors and ask them this question. Because they will check your health condition whether it is ok or not. If it meets the standard that you can do gym, do some light work-out so you should have an gym membership with personal trainer or group of people who have the same situation with you. If not, you should do something more natural like running, swimming and jogging. It is all sport and it helps a lot on keep fit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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