Freestyle Speed&Technique Round Table - TSC Podcast #115 - a podcast by Kevin Koskella
from 2017-04-01T05:00
On this special episode, we interview 3 experts in tackling one of the most debated issues in the triathlon swimming world. Meet Tim Crowley an established coach from Florida, Eric Neilsen of Train Smart Race Fast, and Rob Sleamaker founder of VasaTrainer as they answer questions about acceleration and increasing distance per stroke. This show is filled with principles, techniques, and tools that anyone training for their next triathlete will find as gem! You'll also experience the different concepts and principles that not all of them agree. This is definitely a unique show that you shouldn't miss!
Topics discussed in this episode:
- Difference of triathlon swimming to pool swimming
- How Fear and Mental Preparedness plays a huge role
- Training in pools
- Intensive discussion about techniques and best practices
- Hand speed and accelerating the blade
- What patterns to have first
- Their take on increasing distance per stroke without increasing stroke rate
- Common mistakes and ways around it
- Most important two things that a swimmer should have in their swim bag
- Wrap up and final thoughts
Links & Resources:
- CoachEricNeilsen.com
- TimCrowley.biz
- VasaTrainer
- Serious Training for Endurance Athletes by Rob Sleamaker
- Email Eric
- Email Tim
- Email Rob
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