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!
Glenn,
If you are training for the scm 400 free, why would you do 30x50's? If you are racing 8x50's, wouldn't make more sense to do 10x50 at goal pace on :50, do a recover swim, repeat the 50's, etc?
What is the reasoning for doing nearly 4 times the amount needed for the 400?
Rushall give 2 reasons: (1) repetition to build stroke mechanics and get your body conditioned to X race pace, (2) to build an oxidative base, i.e., convert fibers to those using oxygen for energy.
Well, according to the workshop even Rushall agrees that 15-20 seconds rest for AFAP is ludicrous!
I agree with Steve about LCM 50 pacing. I take almost the same number of strokes in a 50 LCM as I do in a 100 SCY. And I always crash and burn the last 10 meters if I start AFAP. But then I am really not a long course swimmer.
Glenn,
If you are training for the scm 400 free, why would you do 30x50's? If you are racing 8x50's, wouldn't make more sense to do 10x50 at goal pace on :50, do a recover swim, repeat the 50's, etc?
What is the reasoning for doing nearly 4 times the amount needed for the 400?
Rushall give 2 reasons: (1) repetition to build stroke mechanics and get your body conditioned to X race pace, (2) to build an oxidative base, i.e., convert fibers to those using oxygen for energy.
Well, according to the workshop even Rushall agrees that 15-20 seconds rest for AFAP is ludicrous!
I agree with Steve about LCM 50 pacing. I take almost the same number of strokes in a 50 LCM as I do in a 100 SCY. And I always crash and burn the last 10 meters if I start AFAP. But then I am really not a long course swimmer.
