I have three OW swims in late May/early June. Two are long distance (2.4 and 3.1 miles). I have been doing one day a week of distance work as prep. I have some difficulty in creating a good distance workout for myself that isn't boring (4 X 1000 isn't very fun). Given I have time for about 4500-5000 in our practice time, I was wondering if anyone has any good distance workouts to suggest? You can always PM me with your ideas if that suits you better.
I realize there is an OW section on the forum but figure more people view this section.
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Hi Geek,
I just wanted to wish you good luck in your OW swims. :applaud: Please let us know how you do!
I can agree with Chris in that ladders are really great sets to break things up a bit. I really like training with people who are near my speed - we really can push each other for added fun. If your shoulders are in good shape, throwing in some pulling (with buoys/ and or paddles) during the ladder set also breaks up the monotony. I also like sets where descending is involved.
I'm laughing in that I'm totally scared of posting what I do on distance day with the kids for fear of being told that I'm doing 369,659.443% more than what SVDL has done over the entire course of her swimming career. :lmao:
So in keeping with that philosophy, might I suggest 4x100 (inches that is) in the pink plastic kiddie pool at race pace?
Seriously though. Have fun Geek! I think you'll do great! Some good sets were posted here!
Hi Geek,
I just wanted to wish you good luck in your OW swims. :applaud: Please let us know how you do!
I can agree with Chris in that ladders are really great sets to break things up a bit. I really like training with people who are near my speed - we really can push each other for added fun. If your shoulders are in good shape, throwing in some pulling (with buoys/ and or paddles) during the ladder set also breaks up the monotony. I also like sets where descending is involved.
I'm laughing in that I'm totally scared of posting what I do on distance day with the kids for fear of being told that I'm doing 369,659.443% more than what SVDL has done over the entire course of her swimming career. :lmao:
So in keeping with that philosophy, might I suggest 4x100 (inches that is) in the pink plastic kiddie pool at race pace?
Seriously though. Have fun Geek! I think you'll do great! Some good sets were posted here!
