Mastering Swimming

Millions of adult swimmers hit the pool regularly to refine their strokes, improve their speed and efficiency, and reap the incredible health benefits that accompany this low-impact, fitness-building sport. Mastering Swimming is the ultimate resource to help anyone over the age of 18 reach these goals and introduce them to the complete masters experience. Jim Montgomery (three-time Olympic gold medalist and former world-record holder) and Mo Chambers (United States Masters Swimmers Coach of the Year) present readers with everything they need to create their own training plans - plus numerous sample programs - whether they swim for fitness or competition. The books detailed instruction covers improving breathing, balance, starts, turns, and all four strokes; selecting the ideal coach or masters program; working out with a team; and training for both pool and open-water competition.