Is swimming better than mountain climbing?

hi shiela! I think for me swimming is the best and when you speak of practicality a simple individual can just go to any swimming pool near thier place and practice swimming and be fit by doing it. Mountain climbing on the other hand is more exciting and you have bonding moments with friends but this I knew will cost you more and also cover much of your time. I still prefer swimming I'm a frustated marina lol!

Mountaineering requires special skills, more stamina and it is risky. swimming is an art which can be learnt through coach and it is not too much exerting.

Well both are different kinds of exercises and have their fun, so it is difficult to judge which is better. For me I prefer mountain climbing.

Each exercise has its own pros and cons. Swimming would try to stimualte all of the muscle groups in your body but you cant get the same fulfillment that you get from mountain climbing. Most people prefer swimming since you dont need much planning with it. But with mountain climbing you really need to prepare lot of things(Climbing gears, tent,food,etc). Im an adventurer so I'd prefer mountain climbing than swimming!

I have never tried mountain climbing and I don't think I would love to do one. I don't know how to swim either, but then wading at the beach or by the pool would be nice... summer is near... let's go to teh beach and have fun :)

I think swimming is definitely safer than mountain climbing and also easier to do.. you only need a swimsuit :P swimming is good for your respiratory system.. and also it makes you stronger as well.. for mountain climbing.. it is also a good sports and good for your body.. however it is more dangerous.. and not many people would choose climbing over swimming i guess.. myself.. i would choose swimming anytime :P