Overview:
Explains the sport of swimming and analyses the strokes from the beginning stages through to advanced competition.Superbly illustrated with underwater and above-water colour photographs.
Information boxes containing Key Points and Top tips
Sequence photographs and detailed diagrams in colour
A thorough analysis of the four strokes [Butterfly, Backstroke, Breaststroke and Freestyle]
Starts and turns analysis, including the individual Medley
Valuable advice on techniques, coaching, drills, training, tapering, nutrition and competition psychology
Introduction to rules and equipment |
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About the Author:
Alan Lynn is a highly experienced coach and coach educator. He was the Technical Director of Scottish Swimming, was sportscotland Coach of the Year in 1999, and has coached swimmers up to Olympic level. He is currently a Lecturer in Coaching & Sports Development in the Scottish School of Sports Studies, University of Strathclyde. |
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