Swim WEST from 2.5k swim to open water 10k swim
How to train right to an open water 10K swim or 5K swim and protect your body with the WEST swimming technique?
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How to train right to an open water 10K swim or 5K swim and protect your body with the WEST swimming technique?
How to train right to an open water 10K swim or 5K swim and protect your body with the WEST swimming technique?
In this course you are going to learn how to swim from 2.5k to 10k in 4 months(4 times a week,64 swimming workouts if you swim 3 times a week it will take you 6 months) you will get 16 training programs for each week, every worksheet has 4 workouts for 4 days of the week(one is in the sea)
Thousands of people are joining each month the WEST way to swim and learning how to protect their lower back and swim faster and easier.
The 10k swim is exactly like a Marathon run, but different, when you need to rest you can't just stop or walk, in this course you will strengthen your muscles and elongate them in order for you to be able to swim in all conditions.
Today Water World and WEST swimming technique is one of the biggest and most professional clubs in the world for hydrotherapy, we wont only teach you to swim, we will let you protect and build your body step by step like we did with thousand of people in marathon running, Ironman, ultra open water competition and much more.
We see each person as if he has a herniated disc in the lower back and neck even if he doesn’t have no pain at all.The swim WEST technique was developed over 15 years ago in order to relax the body and treat neck and back problems, as well as traumatic accidents. Recently, we can see a clear trend in the athletic world of adjusting the swimming technique to one’s body shape, physical abilities and even lifestyle. The swim WEST technique is based on those 3 factors solely, and modified to every individual with personal and specific care.
WEST swimming makes it easier on the neck, prevents injuries and allows swimming for a longer distances.We have no doubt that Michael Phelps did not imitate swim WEST , but surely and slowly the world is adapting the main principles of looseness. It might be too slow, not taking into consideration 21st century lifestyle changes. In our current era, about 70% of the population suffers from neck and back problems, as a direct result of our lifestyle. Seems like it is going to take the world an additional 20 years to fully understand WEST benefits, qualities and its contribution to our quality of life. But you guys, new members of WEST swimming class will understand and enjoy its benefits as soon as today.
Some people say it’s best to train with a group and they are 100% right. but what if you have pain in your lower back or you really want to work on your swimming technique?
Is it possible to learn and improve your swimming techniques while swimming fast? is it possible to treat pains when swimming fast?
Swim WEST “Learn swimming online program” takes you step by step in order to live a pain free life.
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Learning objectives
- Swim 10k in the sea
- Swim 18k in 4 times a week
- Understand how to test yourself when swimming
- Swim faster
- Swim 10k in the sea
- Swim 18k in 4 times a week
- Understand how to test yourself when swimming
- Swim faster
Syllabus
You will meet people that swam 21k, people that treated lower back, meet your instructor and hear "The power of the sea" by Ori Sela and learn how to work with the WEST online swimming program
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Syllabus
In this lecture you will learn what you are allowed to change and what's not allowed.
You will learn how to read and understand the full 17 weeks training program.
In this program you need fins and a swimming snorkel, It is good to have everything:
Fins, swimming snorkel, paddles, pull buoy, kicking board and a big smile
Every week has 4 different swimming workouts, try to train in the same days and times each week.
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Swim west: tips for improving length and time
The course has good info on stretches.
Activities
Review the basics of swimming
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This will help you get up to speed on the basic swimming techniques that will be covered in the course.
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Read or watch videos about basic swimming techniques.
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Practice swimming in a pool or open water.
Set a swimming goal and create a training plan
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Provides you with a roadmap for your swimming journey and helps you stay accountable.
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Determine your swimming goal, whether it's completing a certain distance, improving your speed, or simply becoming a more confident swimmer.
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Research and create a training plan that outlines your workouts, rest days, and nutrition.
Watch videos or read articles on open water swimming
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Provides you with valuable tips and advice for swimming in open water.
Browse courses on
Open Water Swimming
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Search for videos or articles on open water swimming.
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Watch or read the content to learn about the challenges and techniques of open water swimming.
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Watch tutorials on open water swimming
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This will help you learn more about the specific techniques and safety considerations that are involved in open water swimming.
Browse courses on
Open Water Swimming
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Search for online tutorials on open water swimming.
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Watch the tutorials and take notes on the techniques and safety tips.
Create a training plan
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This will help you structure your training and track your progress.
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Determine how much time you have available for training.
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Set realistic goals for your training.
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Create a schedule that includes warm-ups, drills, and distance swims.
Attend a swimming workshop or clinic
Show steps
Provides you with an opportunity to learn from experienced coaches and improve your swimming skills.
Show steps
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Research and find a swimming workshop or clinic that fits your needs.
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Register for the workshop or clinic.
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Attend the workshop or clinic and actively participate in the activities.
Find a swimming partner and practice swimming drills
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Improves your swimming technique and endurance.
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Find a swimming partner who is at a similar skill level.
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Work together to practice swimming drills, such as kicking, pulling, and breathing.
Join a swimming group or club
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Provides you with a supportive environment to learn from others and improve your swimming skills.
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Research and find a swimming group or club that aligns with your interests and goals.
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Join the group or club and attend regular practices or events.
Keep a swimming journal
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Allows you to track your progress, identify areas for improvement, and stay motivated.
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Purchase a notebook or create a digital document to use as your swimming journal.
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After each swim, record the date, distance, time, and any other relevant information.
Practice swimming drills
Show steps
This will help you improve your swimming technique and build endurance.
Show steps
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Find a swimming pool or open water area where you can practice.
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Warm up with some easy swimming.
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Practice swimming drills, such as front crawl, backstroke, and breaststroke.
Volunteer at a local swimming pool or beach
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Helps you to gain practical experience and give back to the swimming community.
Show steps
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Contact a local swimming pool or beach and inquire about volunteer opportunities.
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Complete any necessary training or background checks.
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Volunteer your time to help with tasks such as coaching, lifeguarding, or pool maintenance.
Review the basics of swimming
Show steps
This will help you get up to speed on the basic swimming techniques that will be covered in the course.
Show steps
- Read or watch videos about basic swimming techniques.
- Practice swimming in a pool or open water.
Set a swimming goal and create a training plan
Show steps
Provides you with a roadmap for your swimming journey and helps you stay accountable.
Show steps
- Determine your swimming goal, whether it's completing a certain distance, improving your speed, or simply becoming a more confident swimmer.
- Research and create a training plan that outlines your workouts, rest days, and nutrition.
Watch videos or read articles on open water swimming
Show steps
Provides you with valuable tips and advice for swimming in open water.
Browse courses on
Open Water Swimming
Show steps
- Search for videos or articles on open water swimming.
- Watch or read the content to learn about the challenges and techniques of open water swimming.
Watch tutorials on open water swimming
Show steps
This will help you learn more about the specific techniques and safety considerations that are involved in open water swimming.
Browse courses on
Open Water Swimming
Show steps
- Search for online tutorials on open water swimming.
- Watch the tutorials and take notes on the techniques and safety tips.
Create a training plan
Show steps
This will help you structure your training and track your progress.
Show steps
- Determine how much time you have available for training.
- Set realistic goals for your training.
- Create a schedule that includes warm-ups, drills, and distance swims.
Attend a swimming workshop or clinic
Show steps
Provides you with an opportunity to learn from experienced coaches and improve your swimming skills.
Show steps
- Research and find a swimming workshop or clinic that fits your needs.
- Register for the workshop or clinic.
- Attend the workshop or clinic and actively participate in the activities.
Find a swimming partner and practice swimming drills
Show steps
Improves your swimming technique and endurance.
Show steps
- Find a swimming partner who is at a similar skill level.
- Work together to practice swimming drills, such as kicking, pulling, and breathing.
Join a swimming group or club
Show steps
Provides you with a supportive environment to learn from others and improve your swimming skills.
Show steps
- Research and find a swimming group or club that aligns with your interests and goals.
- Join the group or club and attend regular practices or events.
Keep a swimming journal
Show steps
Allows you to track your progress, identify areas for improvement, and stay motivated.
Show steps
- Purchase a notebook or create a digital document to use as your swimming journal.
- After each swim, record the date, distance, time, and any other relevant information.
Practice swimming drills
Show steps
This will help you improve your swimming technique and build endurance.
Show steps
- Find a swimming pool or open water area where you can practice.
- Warm up with some easy swimming.
- Practice swimming drills, such as front crawl, backstroke, and breaststroke.
Volunteer at a local swimming pool or beach
Show steps
Helps you to gain practical experience and give back to the swimming community.
Show steps
- Contact a local swimming pool or beach and inquire about volunteer opportunities.
- Complete any necessary training or background checks.
- Volunteer your time to help with tasks such as coaching, lifeguarding, or pool maintenance.
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Backstroke Swimmer
Diving Coach
Recreational Swimmer
Hydrotherapist
Sports Scientist
Physical Therapist
Special Education Teacher
Water Safety Instructor
Pool Manager
Scuba Diver
Lifeguard
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