aight here is the deal, i have been swimming on and off for about 2 years, i didnt actually start training consistently until about 6 months ago and since then i only go 3 times a week and my workouts are 2500-3000 yds. before 6 months ago all i did was straight swims of a mile or so. right now i can swim about 6:55 for the 500 free. im in cross conutry still,which will be over in 3 weeks, so i cant swim more than 4 x a week. this is my senior year in high school and i want to qualify for regionals in the 500, i feel if i can qualify for that then ill be able to make states. qualifying time is 6:24, is it possible for me to make that time when i start upping my yardage a lot and swimming 5-6 x a week. im going to work really hard and do everything i can to get it.
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As a coach, I think one of the best ways to get your time down is race strategy. You need to avg. 1:15/100 to get a 6:15 in the 500. Basing your workout on this interval is essential.
10*100 on 1:30 or 1:45 (each hundred under 1:15) is a good one.
Next work on a long stroke (Total Immersion Techniques) and efficient kick. Your coach should be able to guide you.
This is an awesome goal for a new swimmer. Good Luck!
As a coach, I think one of the best ways to get your time down is race strategy. You need to avg. 1:15/100 to get a 6:15 in the 500. Basing your workout on this interval is essential.
10*100 on 1:30 or 1:45 (each hundred under 1:15) is a good one.
Next work on a long stroke (Total Immersion Techniques) and efficient kick. Your coach should be able to guide you.
This is an awesome goal for a new swimmer. Good Luck!
