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Old Jun 18, 2009 | 8:22 am
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magiciansampras
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Originally Posted by bensyd
I read somewhere years ago that one of the best things for injured runners is aquarunning. Apparently it can keep you within 80% of your fitness level.
I think that is the best for replicating running. Nothing else comes close, IMHO.

One thing I've realized over the years is that fitness is very much exercise-specific. I can run 13 miles no sweat but be winded after 10 minutes of competitive tennis or 2 minutes of swimming.
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