OK,
I worked on my turns and I did better at my second SCY meet.
At my first meet I did the 50yd free in 30.3 and the 100yd free in 1:10.24.
At the last meet I did the 50 yd free in 28.7 and the 100yd free in 1:08.76 with a 31.63 split. I also did the 200 yd free and did a 2:56.98 with the following splits: 34.49, 42.87, 50.91, 48.71.
I think that I don't have any strength endurance, because of my splits. Of course it would also be nice to be faster and get my 50 free lower. Will strength endurance work help my speed at all in the 50?
What workouts do I need to bring down these times if I can only swim 3 to 4 times a week? Please be specific.
FYI, I'm a 41 yr old male and have been swimming for 3 months.
Thanks!
Originally posted by rtodd
What is a pull? Is that when you just use your arms?
Yes, arms only. Typically swimmers use a pull buoy or tube to support the legs when they do a pull set. Some people also use hand paddles. I would suggest buying a buoy if they aren't available at the pool you use. Another way is to put a kickboard between your thighs then cross your legs to keep it in place. This works pretty well while swimming, but turns are difficult.
Long swims are not the only way to build up your aerobic base. Shorter swims with short amounts of rest between repeats is another good way. This tends to be a little less boring than long straight swimming. The other benefit, and especially for someone like you having a hard time pacing longer swims, is the interval will help you establish a pace and hold that pace since you'll have to to continue to make the sendoff.
Originally posted by rtodd
What is a pull? Is that when you just use your arms?
Yes, arms only. Typically swimmers use a pull buoy or tube to support the legs when they do a pull set. Some people also use hand paddles. I would suggest buying a buoy if they aren't available at the pool you use. Another way is to put a kickboard between your thighs then cross your legs to keep it in place. This works pretty well while swimming, but turns are difficult.
Long swims are not the only way to build up your aerobic base. Shorter swims with short amounts of rest between repeats is another good way. This tends to be a little less boring than long straight swimming. The other benefit, and especially for someone like you having a hard time pacing longer swims, is the interval will help you establish a pace and hold that pace since you'll have to to continue to make the sendoff.
