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!
My understanding of USRPT is that you dont need to taper, and can expect to swim fast throughout the season. But I do feel pretty tired and am wondering if its my body adjusting to the training, or perhaps doing so much fly. Or, maybe its just not the right training for me.
Well, I think USRPT has a lot going for it, and I think race pace training is useful for pretty much anybody. But personally I do not agree with Rushall on everything. I think dryland training is good for swimmers at most levels beyond beginner. And I would argue that anyone, especially Masters swimmers, needs rest before competition. Especially if you have been doing a lot of race pace training.
My understanding of USRPT is that you dont need to taper, and can expect to swim fast throughout the season. But I do feel pretty tired and am wondering if its my body adjusting to the training, or perhaps doing so much fly. Or, maybe its just not the right training for me.
Well, I think USRPT has a lot going for it, and I think race pace training is useful for pretty much anybody. But personally I do not agree with Rushall on everything. I think dryland training is good for swimmers at most levels beyond beginner. And I would argue that anyone, especially Masters swimmers, needs rest before competition. Especially if you have been doing a lot of race pace training.
