Swimming Faster
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Ernie Maglischo's 'Swimming Faster' is a widely referenced text for swim coaches and competitive swimmers, covering physiology, technique, training methods, and biomechanics.
The book synthesizes research findings and practical coaching advice to help athletes improve speed and efficiency in the water.
It discusses stroke mechanics, including the roles of lift and drag in propulsion, and references studies that informed changes in coaching paradigms.
Maglischo’s work is valued for its depth and application of science to training practices across swimming events.
Over time, it has been used as a foundational resource in swim education and coach certification.
The book synthesizes research findings and practical coaching advice to help athletes improve speed and efficiency in the water.
It discusses stroke mechanics, including the roles of lift and drag in propulsion, and references studies that informed changes in coaching paradigms.
Maglischo’s work is valued for its depth and application of science to training practices across swimming events.
Over time, it has been used as a foundational resource in swim education and coach certification.
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