Is "Doggy Paddling" a good way to lose weight?

Question

I know that swimming is supposedly great cardio, but does the doggy paddle count?

Answer 1

have you tried this workout video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TKCGe2Ezr...

Answer 2

Not in my book.  It only uses your forearms and not your whole body.  Crawl instead.

Answer 3

Doggy Paddling is not a good way to lose weight.  It is not a good form of swimming and very difficult to maintain long enough to burn sufficient calories to lose weight.  If you are not good at freestyle, try the breaststroke or side stroke (scissor kick).

Answer 4

do you mean freestyle of you do yes it's a great form of cardio

Answer 5

hey my names bridget! :D just not on this thing....haha but yeah the doggie paddle isnt really a great stroke. you should do the competitive strokes (fly,back,breast,free) it will help more.