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This week’s TritonWear Set Of The Week takes a look at a tough kick-swim challenge that demands endurance and, of course, legs! Take a look:
3x
5 x 200 free(100 kick fast/100 swim fast) @ 2:40/2:50/3:00*
1 x 200 easy swim
*Interval can be adjusted for different ability levels/age groups
The set is very straightforward, but ends up being a fun and engaging challenge. When it’s all said and done, there are 15 200s of a 100 kick free fast and a 100 swim free fast. It’s a taxing set, but it does a great job building an aerobic base and making the swimmers conscious about their legs.
The goal for the swimmers is to work the legs for a 100, and then to maintain a strong kick during the swim. It’s a great (albeit tough) set for non-kickers to get them into the habit of kicking more while they swim. They feel their legs working for a 100, and should continue to focus on the legs once they add the arms. On the kick, swimmers need to focus on keeping their hips and core up, pointing their toes, and getting the right amount of knee bend with each kick.
In order to make the time interval, both the kick and the swim should require speed and effort. After the fast kick, they push off on the second 100 with a fast swim. This helps with aerobic endurance and leg endurance, which are key aspects to any race.
For an effective challenge, the swimmers should be getting a maximum of five to eight seconds rest. If they’re getting more than that, it’s time to speed up the time cycle. This set can be applied to any age group and virtually any level of swimmer 11-years old or older. Obviously, tinker with the cycles to something that will appropriately challenge your swimmers.
Give the set a try, and happy kicking!
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