ok so I'm a junior in high school. I know I already asked the question of the possibility of being able to go down to a :51 in the 100 yard freestyle. But do you even think I have any possibility of going a :49 next year? I think I could probably go about a :54 right now (haven't had a meet in awhile, last time went a :55). It's the beginning of summer for me and I'm going to be swimming 6 times a week (2.5 hours a day) and working out with p90x 6 times a week. Our swim season will start at the end of november. Do you think the workout program I've got going right now is good or should I change it up a bit? oh and I'm also drinking protein drinks after my workouts and practices.
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Only you know the answer to that one. Going from a 55 to a 49 is an enormous jump but anything is possible. The hard work is important but you will not get to 49 without good technique.
I spent some time watching Van Den Hoogenbands training and was amazed by how much slow swimming he did. He had a major focus on his technique and stroke count.
So I would say to you to do all the hard work but be sure to also slow down and spend hours and hours on your technique.
Good luck
Only you know the answer to that one. Going from a 55 to a 49 is an enormous jump but anything is possible. The hard work is important but you will not get to 49 without good technique.
I spent some time watching Van Den Hoogenbands training and was amazed by how much slow swimming he did. He had a major focus on his technique and stroke count.
So I would say to you to do all the hard work but be sure to also slow down and spend hours and hours on your technique.
Good luck
