I ask this because I did a 500 and then 5x50s warm up for a meet this past weekend. When I swam the 500, I was cruising but was literally dead after about 6 laps. I go much faster in practice sets when we do distance and it was frustrating to say the least.
I recall that I did a 1,500 warmup in my youth and had a good meet. I also know that in workout I am usually at my strongest after we do about 1,500-2,000.
So, I am tired of being a workout warrior. Does 1,500 of warm up sound crazy?
Thanks,
Rob
Usually 1200-1500, mostly easy with some buildup 50s and some fast turns to make sure I understand the flags and walls. I don't usually get wet again before each race because I get cold too fast in a wet suit, but like Patrick I do some moving around before my heat and it seems to work OK for me.
In between races I stay off my feet!
Usually 1200-1500, mostly easy with some buildup 50s and some fast turns to make sure I understand the flags and walls. I don't usually get wet again before each race because I get cold too fast in a wet suit, but like Patrick I do some moving around before my heat and it seems to work OK for me.
In between races I stay off my feet!
