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Yes The result is more toned muscles throughout your body when you swim. Also weight loss yes. Regular swimming in laps with proper diet by cutting down the carbs. Will give you amazing results in few months.

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Building muscle yes, but since it is also aerobic, gaining weight will be a struggle.

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