Breaststroke is a much better cardiovascular workout than the other strokes. It helps strengthen heart and lungs while toning thighs, upper back, triceps, hamstrings and lower legs. It helps to work and tone the chest muscles.

Does breaststroke burn belly fat?

So, give your local pool a visit and turn your favourite holiday past-time into a fat-burning workout.

Is swimming for 30 minutes a good workout?

As well as being a great form of cardiovascular exercise, swimming just 30 minutes a week can help to guard against heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes. Supports the body. ... So if you sprained an ankle at Monday night football or have a long term injury or illness, swimming is a brilliant way to stay active.