Tag: Aquatic fitness

According to the American Red Cross Scientific Advisory Council, the long-standing belief that eating before swimming is dangerous and causes drowning has been officially debunked as a myth. Instead of posing a safety risk, the primary concern when considering if it's better to swim on a full or empty stomach is related to comfort, energy levels, and performance.

According to Harvard Health, a 155-pound person can burn approximately 223 calories during 30 minutes of moderate-intensity swimming, a number that jumps significantly with increased effort. The total energy expended from a 30-minute swim, however, is a dynamic figure influenced by multiple variables, from your body weight to the stroke you choose.