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This is the first practice session for our Open Water Swim Training example. Over the next few weeks, we’ll post at regular intervals various days of the training. The entire training session can be found in our 23 Week Training Session, which can be found here. Watch the workout progression as we add yardage and […]
Its summer time in the northern hemisphere, and that means outdoor swimming. For the next few weeks, we’re going to discuss training for open water training. The list below represents both initial instructions and keyword phrases used in the 6 week period of the 23 Week Training Manual which focus on 10,000 yard workouts, in […]
When writing your seasonal plan you must start with your taper. What dates are your championship meets, yes meets? You don’t train all season/year just for one meet. Tapering is up to a 7 week process that prepares an athlete for multiple meets, not a one or two week resting process after yardage overload and […]
A LOT! Kicking drives speed, controls body position and is essential in the timing of all strokes. Legs are the most understood part of the body especially for swimmers and their coaches. The understanding of how long it takes to get your athlete’s legs in shape, taper and rest your swimmers’ legs is a detailed […]
I don’t think coaches give test sets enough merit or follow through with a purpose. I will outline a series of test sets that lead up to goal times(race pace for the year) for championships. Begin by establishing goals for your swimmers which will also set race pace training for the season. Remember to be […]