Great for those in need of a low-impact exercise that doesn't aggravate sore joints, swimming — doing either laps or aerobic exercises — in the pool can be a terrific option for recovery day, Gahan said.
It's especially beneficial for those who are recovering from injuries, too. It'll help you still get a workout in and heal simultaneously. Also, if it's an especially hot day, it'll make for a fun, refreshing workout.
"Swimming offers cardiovascular benefits with no joint impact or stress," said Gahan, so you might want to swim in between heavy-lifting days when your body and muscles are stressed and fatigued, she explains.
If you're really sprinting and doing intervals in the laps, the average caloric burn could be 360 per hour, though it'll change based on body measurements, she said.
