I have a new ( young ) coach. He includes breath control sets. Does any one else think this could be dangerous for older (56 years old) swimmers? My MD thought it was crazy. I have noticed quite a few Masters swimmers dying from strokes. An old coach of mine said USA Swimming had banned hypoxic training for kids for a while.
Unless and until you feel ready, ignore it.
Probably the best advice. Only do what you're comfortable with. Some people can do 50 yard no-breathers, other might struggle to only breathe every three strokes. If you think you can do the hypoxic sets as written, do them, if not do what you can. But keep in mind it's supposed to hurt a little! :)
Unless and until you feel ready, ignore it.
Probably the best advice. Only do what you're comfortable with. Some people can do 50 yard no-breathers, other might struggle to only breathe every three strokes. If you think you can do the hypoxic sets as written, do them, if not do what you can. But keep in mind it's supposed to hurt a little! :)
