Benefits of Swimming for Injury Rehab and Active Recovery

Totally agree with VancouverDave. That hot/cold contrast is great for circulation.

So the plan is: slow laps, pull buoy, warm shower, and maybe a sauna session. Sounds like a decent Saturday morning.

That’s the ticket, Mike. You’ll feel brand new by Monday.

Don't forget to hydrate. People forget to drink water when they're literally surrounded by it.

Good point, TX. I always bring a bottle to the poolside.

Chris, let us know how your first session goes. It might take 2 or 3 goes to get the rhythm right, but keep at it.

Also, get some decent goggles. Nothing ruins a recovery swim like chlorine-stinging eyes and blurry vision in the middle of a lane.

The "leaky goggle" struggle is real. Definitely worth spending a bit extra on a good pair.

Is it weird that I find swimming more boring than lifting? I need some waterproof headphones or something.

I just use the time to let my mind wander. It's like moving meditation. No phones, no music, just the water. Very therapeutic.