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    Recovering enough to perform at your best…?

    Posted on March 25, 2015 by jofrancis in Masters Article Library, Mixed Bag, Website Articles, year1base2(2)std, year2base2(2)mid, year2base2(2)std, year3base2(2)long, year3base2(2)longPRO, year3base2(2)std

    Spring is finally here and for majority of UK based age group athletes race season is almost upon us. Some of you may have already raced a duathlon or two over the last couple of months. Whatever your race discipline, whether in a usual training week or after a race, how you manage your recovery […]

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  • Swim Drills – Superman

    Posted on April 24, 2014 by jofrancis in Masters Article Library, Masters Program, Swim Drills, year1base2(2)std, year2base2(2)mid, year2base2(2)std, year3base2(2)long, year3base2(2)longPRO, year3base2(2)std

    Why do this drill? Superman drill is a great drill to develop balance, streamlining, good body roll and the feel of the water through the stroke. A tough drill to do well so take your time. How to do this drill Take a stroke with your right arm so that your left arm is extended […]

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  • Swim Drills – Kicking On Side

    Posted on April 24, 2014 by jofrancis in Masters Article Library, Swim Drills, year1base2(1)std, year1base2(2)std, year2base2(1)mid, year2base2(1)std, year2base2(2)mid, year2base2(2)std, year3base2(1)long, year3base2(1)longPRO, year3base2(1)std, year3base2(2)long, year3base2(2)longPRO, year3base2(2)std

    Why do this drill? Similar to the kicking drill with your hands by your side, this is also a great drill for developing balance in the water. It is also really good for practicing rotation from the hips, a long leg kick from the hips and relaxed breathing without lifting the head. The drill is […]

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  • Swim Drills – Catch up

    Posted on April 24, 2014 by jofrancis in Masters Article Library, Masters Program, Swim Drills, year1base2(2)std, year2base2(2)mid, year2base2(2)std, year3base2(2)long, year3base2(2)longPRO, year3base2(2)std

    Why do this drill? Catch up is one of the most important drills in a swimmers armoury. It’s primary use is to develop a good body position in the water – you have to be streamlined to do this drill well! This drill develops control and balance and in addition it slows down a swimmers […]

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