Training Variants
6 different training focuses
Different training focuses within swimming. Each variant has specific goals, workout types, and training approaches.
Sprint
"Explosive power, perfect technique under fatigue"
8-12 weeks
Key Workouts
Sprint SetPower SetRace Pace Work
Limiting Factors
Anaerobic PowerStroke RateStart And Turn
Middle Distance
"Balance of speed and endurance, tactical pacing"
10-14 weeks
Key Workouts
Threshold SetDescend SetRace Simulation
Limiting Factors
Lactate ThresholdPacingTurn Efficiency
Distance
"Sustained effort, stroke count consistency"
12-16 weeks
Key Workouts
Aerobic SetThreshold SetNegative Split Set
Limiting Factors
Aerobic EnduranceStroke EfficiencyMental Focus
Open Water
"No walls, navigation, variable conditions"
12-20 weeks
Key Workouts
Long Continuous SwimSighting DrillsPack Swimming
Limiting Factors
NavigationDrafting SkillTemperature Adaptation
Triathlon Swim
"Conserve energy for bike/run, mass starts"
12-20 weeks
Key Workouts
Open Water SimulationBrick TransitionWetsuit Practice
Limiting Factors
EfficiencyEnergy ConservationTransition Speed
Masters Fitness
"Fitness and enjoyment, injury prevention"
ongoing weeks
Key Workouts
Technique FocusMixed SetSocial Swim
Limiting Factors
TechniqueFlexibilityConsistency