Since joining an new group, I have run into an old problem. What to do when the coach has a workout designed that is something that it outside your swimming goals?
We are focused on Backstroke this week. Since it is highly unlikely that I will ever compete in Satan's stroke in an individual event other than surviving 25 to 50 yards/meters on a 200 IM, but I intend to compete in *** stroke, is it wrong to opt out and swim breastroke?
I opted out and swam breaststroke, working drills where drills were written, kicking where kicking was planned, and hammering the sprints when it was time to sprint.
Since I have aged up four brackets and will now compete in the 50-54 bracket, there are probably a finite number of swims that I have. I would rather focus on breaststroke where I am motivated and don't mind chasing the backstroke intervals.
Thoughts?
Don
Since joining an new group, I have run into an old problem. What to do when the coach has a workout designed that is something that it outside your swimming goals?
And to address this separately... It doesn't seem like you (Don) have a larger problem, but for those who do...
If your coach does not know your goals, it is hard for he/she to write workouts you'll like. Also, everyone on your team has different goals, and as long as you are not being flat out ignored, keep that in mind. Not every workout is going to be geared to you, but the overall picture probably is.
Some thoughts if you are ready for help... Start by ponying up some $$ a private 30 minute session so they can focus on you alone for a diagnosis. Talk about your background, what you like/don't like about their workouts, and work together to set some intermediate and long term goals. Ask for some new drills, and be proactive during practices. Ask questions. Follow up with other private sessions. Get video instruction. Attend professional clinics.
Every coach has a different background, mentality, and intensity - find the parts of each you like, and help your coach bring those out to help you swim better!
Since joining an new group, I have run into an old problem. What to do when the coach has a workout designed that is something that it outside your swimming goals?
And to address this separately... It doesn't seem like you (Don) have a larger problem, but for those who do...
If your coach does not know your goals, it is hard for he/she to write workouts you'll like. Also, everyone on your team has different goals, and as long as you are not being flat out ignored, keep that in mind. Not every workout is going to be geared to you, but the overall picture probably is.
Some thoughts if you are ready for help... Start by ponying up some $$ a private 30 minute session so they can focus on you alone for a diagnosis. Talk about your background, what you like/don't like about their workouts, and work together to set some intermediate and long term goals. Ask for some new drills, and be proactive during practices. Ask questions. Follow up with other private sessions. Get video instruction. Attend professional clinics.
Every coach has a different background, mentality, and intensity - find the parts of each you like, and help your coach bring those out to help you swim better!
