EPISODE · Aug 7, 2020 · 18 MIN
Quantity vs Quality
from Propulsion Swimming Podcast
Are Swimmers Over Training?This week on the Propulsion Swimming Podcast we are discussing where swimmers are over training using current professional training methods. After Swim Swam reported this week that 58% of 5,800 recorded swims since the coronavirus in USA swimming were personal bests, it got us thinking whether there is any correlation to the enforced break and these faster times. We debate if the training methods that boxing uses, of three months intense training camp, before a competition is something that can be considered and the pros and cons of both Quantity and Quality training.SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBEOUR LATEST VIDEOWelcome to the Propulsion Swimming Podcast. Kick back and join us as we celebrate the world of swimming every week!We will be showcasing all things swimming, ranging from swimming technique advice to discussing the latest news from pools and clubs around the world.Our primary aim is to bring swimming the coverage it deserves and also share our personal experiences and knowledge through our resident swimming coach - a former freestyle Olympic and Commonwealth trialist - and host - a fitness keen former sprinter.Whether you want to learn how to swim, improve the swimming leg of your triathlon or simply need new drills to enhance your next swim set, be sure to tune in every Thursday with us on the Propulsion Swimming Podcast.ENQUIRESpropulsionswim@gmail.comwww.propulsionswimming.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Are Swimmers Over Training?This week on the Propulsion Swimming Podcast we are discussing where swimmers are over training using current professional training methods. After Swim Swam reported this week that 58% of 5,800 recorded swims since the coronavirus in USA swimming were personal bests, it got us thinking whether there is any correlation to the enforced break and these faster times. We debate if the training methods that boxing uses, of three months intense training camp, before a competition is something that can be considered and the pros and cons of both Quantity and Quality training.SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBEOUR LATEST VIDEOWelcome to the Propulsion Swimming Podcast. Kick back and join us as we celebrate the world of swimming every week!We will be showcasing all things swimming, ranging from swimming technique advice to discussing the latest news from pools and clubs around the world.Our primary aim is to bring swimming the coverage it deserves and also share our personal experiences and knowledge through our resident swimming coach - a former freestyle Olympic and Commonwealth trialist - and host - a fitness keen former sprinter.Whether you want to learn how to swim, improve the swimming leg of your triathlon or simply need new drills to enhance your next swim set, be sure to tune in every Thursday with us on the Propulsion Swimming Podcast.ENQUIRESpropulsionswim@gmail.comwww.propulsionswimming.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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