Dryland strength training for swimmers

Swimming presents some unique challenges to the strength & conditioning coach. Swim programmes regularly cater to athletes who compete in events that range from 21 seconds (50m freestyle) to 15 minutes (1500m freestyle). Athletes in high performing programmes will typically train in the pool for 12-24 hours a week, depending on the stage of the season, the event they are focused on, and the coach's philosophy. Successfully navigating these challenges starts with understanding that swimming is a physiologically driven, but technique limited sport. As a result, physiological adaptation will ...