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Take it to the limit

Article Abstract:

The anaerobic threshold is the exercise pace at which lactic acid starts to accumulate in blood and muscles during endurance sports and causes the athlete to slow down. AT can be increased through weekly exercise. Two methods of computing AT are described.

Author: Friel, Joe
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Women's Sports and Fitness
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 1099-6079
Year: 1992
Testing, Physiological aspects, Exercise, Exercise physiology

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Stoke your stroke

Article Abstract:

Eight drills that swimmers can use to improve thier freestyle stroke technique are described, including stroke counting, finger drag, thigh touch, fists and sculling.

Author: Friel, Joe
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Women's Sports and Fitness
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 1099-6079
Year: 1993
Swimming, Swimmers

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Relax to reach your max

Article Abstract:

Athletes can improve speed and endurance by becoming more fuel efficient. Deep breathing, visualization and other relaxation techniques can aid efficient movement.

Author: Friel, Joe
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Women's Sports and Fitness
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 1099-6079
Year: 1992
Methods, Relaxation, Relaxation (Psychology)

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