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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12.5s are usually done at 50 race pace, meaning pedal to the metal, as 4 x (6 x 12.5), so there is no need to time them. Stop when your your stroke loses its snap. If you want the 12.5s to be stroke only, start in the water instead of off the wall.
Had an e-mail conversation with Dr. Rushall recently, and he is allowing longer rest intervals---but only for older masters drop-dead sprinters who have tried for months but cannot generate adequate race-pace yardage using 15 and 20 seconds. That is, not enough yardage to improve technique.
Regarding the issue of boredom, remember that every rest interval involves two big things: energy recovery (stored oxygen and ATP-CP) AND mental focus on improving stroke technique. It's hard to get bored when you are always thinking ahead, always striving for better mechanics on the upcoming interval, always trying to hang on to the fragile improvements you have already made.
12.5s are usually done at 50 race pace, meaning pedal to the metal, as 4 x (6 x 12.5), so there is no need to time them. Stop when your your stroke loses its snap. If you want the 12.5s to be stroke only, start in the water instead of off the wall.
Had an e-mail conversation with Dr. Rushall recently, and he is allowing longer rest intervals---but only for older masters drop-dead sprinters who have tried for months but cannot generate adequate race-pace yardage using 15 and 20 seconds. That is, not enough yardage to improve technique.
Regarding the issue of boredom, remember that every rest interval involves two big things: energy recovery (stored oxygen and ATP-CP) AND mental focus on improving stroke technique. It's hard to get bored when you are always thinking ahead, always striving for better mechanics on the upcoming interval, always trying to hang on to the fragile improvements you have already made.
