"... Costill tracked the performance of competitive swimmers over a four-year period ... Improvements in swim times were identical for both groups at around 0.8% per year for all events. ..."
I was glad to see this type of long-term study included. I think single season-only studies, while easier to implement, leave too much room for interactive and intersecting factors.
I tend to use shorter workouts as much because I can only squeeze so much time out of my schedule, so this type of article helps me feel like my efforts will not have to be limited to just fitness alone!
"... Costill tracked the performance of competitive swimmers over a four-year period ... Improvements in swim times were identical for both groups at around 0.8% per year for all events. ..."
I was glad to see this type of long-term study included. I think single season-only studies, while easier to implement, leave too much room for interactive and intersecting factors.
I tend to use shorter workouts as much because I can only squeeze so much time out of my schedule, so this type of article helps me feel like my efforts will not have to be limited to just fitness alone!
