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Periodisation Models for Swimmers: Pros, Cons, and Why There’s No "Perfect" System

Periodisation—the structured planning of training into cycles—is one of the most important tools a swimmer or coach can use to maximise performance. But with so many different periodisation models out there, how do you know which one is right for you?  The truth is, there’s no single “best” way to periodise training. Different models work for different swimmers, events, and phases of…

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Cool Down 🏊🏿‍♂️🏊🏽‍♀️🏊🏻‍♀️🏊🏼‍♀️🏊🏾‍♀️🏊🏻‍♂️🏊🏼‍♂️🏊🏾‍♂️🏊🏾‍♀️ The purpose of the cool down is to return your heart rate close to resting. Studies continue to show improved performance for swimmers who cool down between races. more at diaryofaswimmom.com ➰➰➰➰➰➰➰➰➰➰➰ #swim #cooldown #health #swimmingcoach #swimteam #swimbetter #swimmerlife #swim4life #swimmer #agegroupswimming #usaswimming #swimming #athletes #masterswimming #triathletes #swimsmart #swimscience https://www.instagram.com/p/CR9CT7gg8lS/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Adaptation - What's that about?

During an adaptation week several changes occur in the body to facilitate recovery and enhance future performance. These adaptations typically occur after a period of intense training and aim to optimize physical fitness and reduce the risk of overuse injuries. Monitoring load to ensure adaptation when needed There are many different ways in which adaptation weeks/sessions can be built into a…