Trying to set one solid goal for next year. After a mediocre season, I've decided to focus on one event only for next year. I want to see if I can break 5 minutes for a 500 free.
Back in my college days (almost 30 years ago), my best was a 4:47, and I would routinely swim just under 5 in most dual meets. Since I started Masters swimming 4 years ago, my best has been a 5:10. Not bad, but I think I can do better.
Now here's the question for all the middle-distance studs out there: what are some good workouts/drills that you can do to A) increase raw speed, and B) increase endurance. As I mentioned in a different thread, I have been dealing with a mild anemia issue, which I'm pretty sure has been resolved.
Those workout times you're doing are pretty close to mine. I'm usually 2:03-2:05 for the all-outs, from a push start. Don't give yourself any extra time on the fast ones, as the idea is to practice going all out when you're tired. You should be fine with a 3:15 interval.
Also, I wouldn't be surprised if you go around 9:40 or under in your 800. Your 200 times look pretty solid!
OK, sounds good! I'll try the workout with a 3:15 interval. Hopefully I get healthy enough to try it in the next few weeks.
9:40 for an 800 SCM sounds like a long shot to me, but I'd love to do that! I went a 9:59 LCM when I was fit and healthy in May. Just checked and that converts to a 9:48 or so. But I am really bad at SC. My turns and breath control are pretty dismal. Only thing I have going for me is endurance and a pretty good, powerful, clean stroke. I'm working on my turns and breath control, and they're getting better. Considering I only learned to do flip turns a little over 2 years ago, I'm hopeful that I still have a lot of room for improvement, especially in short course. I'm definitely still learning!
Those workout times you're doing are pretty close to mine. I'm usually 2:03-2:05 for the all-outs, from a push start. Don't give yourself any extra time on the fast ones, as the idea is to practice going all out when you're tired. You should be fine with a 3:15 interval.
Also, I wouldn't be surprised if you go around 9:40 or under in your 800. Your 200 times look pretty solid!
OK, sounds good! I'll try the workout with a 3:15 interval. Hopefully I get healthy enough to try it in the next few weeks.
9:40 for an 800 SCM sounds like a long shot to me, but I'd love to do that! I went a 9:59 LCM when I was fit and healthy in May. Just checked and that converts to a 9:48 or so. But I am really bad at SC. My turns and breath control are pretty dismal. Only thing I have going for me is endurance and a pretty good, powerful, clean stroke. I'm working on my turns and breath control, and they're getting better. Considering I only learned to do flip turns a little over 2 years ago, I'm hopeful that I still have a lot of room for improvement, especially in short course. I'm definitely still learning!
