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Goal train

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Most training programs involving focus exclusively on building an aerobic base or on one-dimensional exercises. Swimmers need a different type of muscle-building exercises that will mimic the movements they do in water. They therefore ought to engage in sport-specific or functional strength training. Such training programs incorporate the elements of balance and coordination that they need more of in water. A series of swim-specific, functional strength training exercises are presented.

Author: Gambetta, Vern
Publisher: Rodale, Inc.
Publication Name: Rodale's Fitness Swimmer
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 1083-6357
Year: 1999
Training, Physical education and training, Physical education, Aquatic sports, Water sports

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Core curriculum

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A proper exercise helps strengthen the core of the human body, reduces body pains, protects from injuries and improves swimming. The strengthening process starts with the loosening up of the hips because it is connected to the shoulders and the lower back. There are three stretching exercises that deal with the muscles connected to the hips. Among these exercises, the ilipsoas muscle exercise is the most important because it improves swimming strokes.

Author: Gambetta, Vern
Publisher: Rodale, Inc.
Publication Name: Rodale's Fitness Swimmer
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 1083-6357
Year: 1999
Physiological aspects, Physical fitness, Exercise, Exercise physiology

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