coachsci.sdsu.edu/.../ultra40a.pdf
There is a method, which is referred to as the Rushall method which Michael Andrew uses.
Was wondering if you had any critique about this. If this sort of training is a good idea and what are the problems.
Would this also be good for longer events? Like the 400 IM?
Thanks!
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I would contend that in a 100 the bare minimum your 50 splits should be apart is one second and your first 50 split should be within a second of your fastest 50 time. If you can do this then you will be an outstanding 100 swimmer. If taking it out that fast means your second 50 suffers (let's say more than a three second drop-off) then you might consider backing off a tad on the first 50. I think very few people have the conditioning to pull off an ideal 100--especially long course.
I think with this kind of training what you're describing can be done. I realized that a bit too late. For some reason starting this year I've really been slowing own my first 50 and swimming last 50 like a normal 50 free race.
I would contend that in a 100 the bare minimum your 50 splits should be apart is one second and your first 50 split should be within a second of your fastest 50 time. If you can do this then you will be an outstanding 100 swimmer. If taking it out that fast means your second 50 suffers (let's say more than a three second drop-off) then you might consider backing off a tad on the first 50. I think very few people have the conditioning to pull off an ideal 100--especially long course.
I think with this kind of training what you're describing can be done. I realized that a bit too late. For some reason starting this year I've really been slowing own my first 50 and swimming last 50 like a normal 50 free race.
