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Dryside Training for Swimmers—Using Ropes to Increase Muscular Endurance
June 20, 2018by Chris Myers, MS, CISSN
The exercises mentioned in this article are a small sampling of the drills available to the strength and conditioning coach when using rope drills. By adding these movements to a swimmer’s dryside training, swimmers can gain muscular endurance that will complement wetside training.
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General Physical Preparation Requirements for Swimmers
August 27, 2018by Keenan Robinson
Learn training principles for general physical preparation of swimmers, and understand how to utilize weekly planning to best aid in the expression of physical performance. Keenan Robinson also discusses how to differentiate between readiness strategies to best apply stress in this session from the NSCA’s 2017 National Conference.
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Beyond the Pool – Improving Swimming Performance with Dryland Training
July 29, 2025by Lawrence W. Judge, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT, RSCC*E, FNSCA, and Aidan Biddle
This article in NSCA Coach shares a research-driven framework for dryland training in competitive swimming. Visit us online to learn more on sport performance and exercise science.
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Core Exercises Unique to Swimming
May 18, 2018by Developing the Core
Exercises performed in the water that improve swimming skills and simultaneously work the core can be beneficial for swimmers. One particularly useful core exercise that is specifically designed for swimmers is a kickboard progression, such as the one described in this article.
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Effective Use of Power Racks for Improved Swimming Performance
December 23, 2023by Brady Fields, CSCS and Jeffrey Hartman, PhD, LMBT, CSCS, NSCA-CPT
The purpose of this article is to inform readers of a training tool which is both safe and effective in allowing swimmers to develop strength and power through a unique training protocol.
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Integration of Clean Variations, Progressions, and Application in Strength and Conditioning Programs
July 28, 2023by Dr Michael Waller, PhD, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D, FNSCA, Ian Bonder, MS, CSCS,*D, RSCC, Marc Tangeman, CSCS, Andrew Shim, EdD, CSCS,*D, and Tim Piper, EdD, CSCS,*D
The purpose of this article is to provide the strength and conditioning coach with a template on how to integrate the clean and power clean into athletic training programs.
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Land-Based Strength and Conditioning for Swimming
June 11, 2018by Chat Williams, MS, CSCS*D, NSCA-CPT*D
Incorporating land-based strength and conditioning into a training regimen can give a swimmer a competitive edge. As with every sport, there are sport-specific exercises the athlete should perform in order to mimic the specific sport movement they are trying to improve.
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Fueling with a Purpose—Prevention and Treatment of Relative Eating Disorder in Male and Female Athletes
April 20, 2018by Kelsee Gomes, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN, CLT
As the prevalence of disordered eating in sport continues to increase, sports dietitians and all medical personnel must learn to identify it properly and follow evidence-based practice, including sound judgment, when treating athletes with these issues.
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NSCA’s Coaching Podcast, Episode 53: Tex McQuilkin
Tex McQuilkin, Director of Training and Education at Power Athlete talks to the NSCA Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, Scott Caulfield, about Coach McQuilkin’s work at power athlete, his athletic background, and his start into Strength and Conditioning. Topics under discussion include: Power Athletes education program, Coach McQuilkin’s experiences working with athletes, his GA position,
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