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AbstractThe debate over low-volume, high-intensity training versus high-volume, low-intensity training, commonly known as Quality versus Quantity, respectively, is a frequent topic of discussion among swimming coaches and academics.The aim of this study was to explore expert coaches’ perceptions of quality and quantity coaching philosophies in competitive swimming and to investigate their current training practices.MethodsA purposeful sample of 11 expert swimming …
Abstract The aim of this study was to investigate somatic properties and force production of leg extensor muscles measured in the countermovement jump test (CMJ), as well as to analyse kinematic variables of sprint surface butterfly swimming. MethodsThirty-four male competitive swimmers were recruited with an average age of 19.3 ± 1.83 years. Their average body height (BH) was 183.7 ± 5.93 …
Abstract Performance trends in elite butterfly swimmers are well known, but less information is available regarding master butterfly swimmers. We investigated trends in participation, performance and sex differences in 9,606 female and 13,250 male butterfly race times classified into five-year master groups, from 25-29 to 90-94 years, competing in the FINA World Masters Championships between 1986 and 2014.MethodsTrends in participation were …
Ischemic Preconditioning on Maximal Swimming Performance AbstractThe effect of ischemic preconditioning (IPC) on swimming performance was examined. Using a randomized, crossover design, National-and International-level swimmers (n=20; 14 males, 6 females) participated in three trials (Con, IPC-2h, IPC-24h). Lower-body IPC (4 x 5 min bi-lateral blood-flow restriction at 160-228 mmHg, and 5 min reperfusion) was used 2- (IPC-2h) or 24-h (IPC-24h) …
AbstractObjectiveThis narrative review summarizes findings for Ironman triathlon performance and intends to determine potential predictor variables for Ironman race performance in female and male triathletes.MethodsA literature search was performed in PubMed using the terms “Ironman”, “triathlon”, and “performance”. All resulting articles were searched for related citations.ResultsAge, previous experience, sex, training, origin, anthropometric and physiological characteristics, pacing, and performance in split …
Humeral Retrotorsion in Young SwimmersOBJECTIVES:To compare the humeral retrotorsion (HRT) among non-athletes, amateur swimmers and competitive swimmers and to analyze the relationship between HRT and swim volume in competitive swimmers.DESIGN:Cross-sectional.SETTING:Laboratory.PARTICIPANTS:Ninety children and adolescents, both genders (30 non-athletes: 11.50 ± 1.94 years; 30 amateur swimmers: 11.56 ± 1.81 years; and 30 competitive swimmers: 12.63 ± 2.02 years).MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES:HRT measurement through the bicipital forearm angle (BFA), by …
Hypermobile Swimmers Injury Risk AbstractGeneralised Joint Hypermobility including shoulder hypermobility (GJHS) in swimmers is considered an intrinsic risk factor for shoulder injuries. The aim was to investigate the association of GJHS with shoulder strength, fatigue development and muscle activity during swimming-related shoulder rotations. Totally, 38 competitive swimmers (aged 13-17 years) participated, 19 were competitive swimmers with GJHS and 19 were age, sex …
VO2 Response at Maximal and Supramaximal Swimming Intensities AbstractTo establish appropriate work intensity for interval training that would elicit maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max) for well-trained swimmers.METHODS:Twelve male competitive swimmers completed an incremental protocol to determine the minimum velocity at VO2max (νVO2max) and, in randomized order, 3 square-wave exercises from rest to 95%, 100%, and 105% of νVO2max. Temporal aspects of …
Propulsive limb coordination and body acceleration in sprint breaststroke swimming AbstractBACKGROUND:This work aimed at examining how coordination and kinematic indices interplay with swimming performance measured by average speed in 50 m all-out test.METHODS:The group of 34 male competitive swimmers (19.1±1.91 years old) participated in the study. The underwater movements of swimmers’ bodies were recorded providing side-shots. Accelerations and angular velocity of pitch rotation …
ABSTRACTBackground and objective: Elite swimming and boxing require athletes to achieve relatively high minute ventilation. The combination of a sustained high ventilation and provocative training environment may impact the susceptibility of athletes to exercise-induced broncho-constriction (EIB). The purpose of this study was to evaluate the prevalence of EIB in elite Great British (GB) boxers and swimmers.Methods: Boxers (n = 38, …