Best swimming strokes for weight loss. Butterfly: This is the most demanding stroke and helps you burn the most calories a 30-minute workout can burn an average of 450 calories. However, it is not advisable for beginners.
Breaststroke: A 30-minute workout can help you lose up to 250 calories. It helps tone the thighs, lower legs and triceps and is good for the heart and lungs.
Backstroke: Like breaststroke, here too you can burn about 250 calories in 30 minutes. It helps tone your stomach, shoulders, arms, legs and hips and helps improve your posture.
Freestyle: It offers a quick workout option and a 30-minute session can burn around 300 calories. It helps tone your back muscles, shoulders, hips and stomach.
