How much a swimmer gains from his/her individual training will, to a great extent, be dependent on their personal discipline, application and attitude to the following:
Organisation
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Arrive early to allow time for a thorough stretching routine
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Attend as many sessions as your coach advises
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Bring all of your training equipment with you
At The Pool
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Arrive in a positive frame of mind, ready to train at the level your coach requires
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Listen to your coach. He is there to advise you and to help you to become a better swimmer
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Do ALL that is asked of you. Do less and you are only cheating yourself
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Learn to use the pace clock to check your times during training
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Train at the intensity your coach requires
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Execute ALL turns correctly
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Finish each length correctly. Swim hard into the wall
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Think about your technique at all times. Technique is all important
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Leave the pool after each session having accomplished something positive
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Remember, each training session provides a chance for you to improve so that you can beat your rivals
Nutrition
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Drink plenty of fluids during training to avoid dehydration
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After each session eat a small snack and drink more fluids to restore energy and avoid dehydration
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Adopt a healthy eating lifestyle…Low Fat…High Carbohydrate