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At 14, Lynne Cox swam 26 miles from Catalina Island to the California mainland; at 15 and 16, she broke the men's and women's world records for swimming the English Channel - a 33-mile crossing; at 18, she swam the 20-mile Cook Strait between North and South Islands of New Zealand; she was the first to swim the Strait of Magellan, the most treacherous 3-mile stretch of water in the world; she was first to swim the Bering Strait from Alaska to Siberia, thereby opening the U.S.-Soviet border for the first time in 48 years; and the first to swim the Cape of Good Hope (a shark emerged from the kelp, its jaws wide open, and was shot as it headed straight for her). And finally she is the first person to have swum a mile in 0 degree water in Antarctica. Lynne Cox writes about swimming the way Saint-Exupery wrote about flying, and one sees how swimming, like flying, can stretch the wings of the spirit. Lynne is an extraordinary achiever, but it is her enthusiasm and warmth, along with her respect for others, that come through above all in her writing, which is as easy and natural as her swimming ability.'Swimming to Antarctica' is thrilling, modest, vivid and lyrical, an inspiring account of a life of aspiration and adventure. ... Read more

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Inspiring
I loved this book!It is great for anyone that needs a little inspiration to work out. A wonderful story about an unusual athlete.

Swimming to Antarctica
Fascinating true story - a real page-turner. Couldn't
put it down until I finished it. Great for anyone interested
in human courage, endurance, and medical science combined. ... Read more

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The Anything You Can Do series is unprecedented in its concept of offering real stories of new heroes to young girls. The premise of the series is to profile a variety of young athletes, from a variety of ethnic, socio-economic, geographical and family backgrounds who have grown up to achieve excellence in Olympic and professional sports.Series Foreword by Julie Foudy, Member U.S. Women's World Cup-Winning Soccer TeamSeries Introduction by Jackie Joyner-Kersee, Olympic Track & Field Superstar and Sports Illustrated for Women's Athlete of the Century ... Read more

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Great book for young girls
Swimming is a sport that attracks so many girls, and this book can help them get a picture of what it means to be a champion.It is an easy read.It reaveals some of the things she struggled with in her life as she grew up.We used this book to write a biography report.The appendix has a list of highlights of Jenny's career, and a history of women's swimming.I also appreciate the "Sports Talk" section that is a spring board for discussing (1) dealing with disappointment, (2)body image, (3) competitive anxiety, (4) benefits of Sports participation for girls, and (5) other general questions about competing in sports.

Disappointing
This book is a great idea.Jenny Thompson is a great choice for an inspirational story for young athletes, but the book is sub-par.The artwork is embarrassingly bad, using crude line drawings.Important obstacles are mentioned without fully being explained as to how they impacted Thompson or how she overcame them.Jenny Thompson's is an inspiring story worthy of a better book

Inspiring role model
I love this book! It's a great story of how sports can shape your life in a positive way. Swimmers and non-swimmers alike will be inspired by Jenny's story. This great book is now available as an e-book for those of you who can't find a copy of the original printing. You can order here from amazon.com, the isbn is B0001GDOUQ.

How Jenny dealt with the negative peer pressure
Fast Lane To Victory is the third in Wish Publishing's outstanding "Anything You Can Do...New Sports Heroes For Girls" series and the story of swim champion Jenny Thompson. Swimming was what Jenny like best, but when her friends at school started to tease her and call her "tomboy" and "Too Tall Thompson", she felt the pressures placed on a lot of young girls to conform to social norms of what was "proper" for girls. Jenny dealt with the negative peer pressure and became so successful as an athlete that she came to be called the "Fastest Swimmer in the World". Also very highly recommended for school and community library collections are the first two volumes in this superbly presented and inspiring sports oriented series for girls: A Drive To Win: The Story Of Nancy Lieberman (40-8, ...) and Sword Of A Champion: The Story Of Sharon Monplaisir (39-4, ...). ... Read more

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Pathways to better swimming for recreational and lap swimmers, triathletes and other competitors.Forward by Donna de Varona ... Read more

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The long awaited new edition of Swimming updates the highly successful first edition edited by Costill, Maglishco and Richardson which was published in the early 1990s. The Second Edition contains less material on how to swim and more on the physics of swimming. It contains information on the latest methods of analyzing swim performances.

It presents current sports science knowledge specifically relevant to coaching swimmers at club, county or national level. Covering characteristics of swimming including important concepts in propulsion, functional anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, biomechanics and psychology.

The Handbooks of Sports Medicine and Science present basic clinical and scientific information in a clear style and format as related to specific sports events drawn from the Olympic Summer and Winter Games. Each Handbook is written by a small team of authorities co-ordinated by an editor who has international respect and visibility in the particular sport activity. Their charge is to present material for medical doctors who work with athletes, team coaches who have academic preparation in basic science, physical therapists and other allied health personnel, and knowledgeable athletes. Each volume represents up-to-date information on the basic biology of the sport, conditioning techniques, nutrition, and the medical aspects of injury prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation. ... Read more

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The Rookie Coaches Swimming Guide covers all of the fundamentals of coaching and swimming in a concise style that's tailor-made for the novice youth swimming coach.

The book provides important coaching principles: developing a coaching philosophy, reinforcing kids positively, teaching skills, planning practices, preventing and caring for injuries, and addressing liability concerns. No other resource offers such a unique blend of coaching and youth swimming information. ... Read more

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For Rookie Coaches of Novice Swimmers
I bought this book for my 13 year old son who will be a junior coach for his summer league team this summer.It will be his first time coaching, and even though he is a year-round competitive swimmer, this book is perfect for him.While it is written for the parent volunteer coach it is also perfect for any first time coach - regardless of age and regardless of their swimming knowledge.

The section on communication is insightful and outlines quite a few tools for teaching a skill to novice swimmers - tools that can be used for teaching children just about anything.The gifted and experienced educator might think of these things as second nature but anyone new to coaching needs to think about how to go about it and this book provides that information.

When reading about how to constructively criticize and encourage young swimmers my son exclaimed,"Hey, that's exactly what my coach does!"

The sections on planning and safety are thoughtful and thorough.The drills and skills outlined in the book are the basics and those that every coach goes back to time and again.The sample practice outline is perhaps a little ambitious for the average summer league team with too little time in the pool, but it is a good outline and can easily be adapted to the limits of shorter practice times.

The down side:The section on Conduct of a Meet is so basic that if you don't already know it, you really shouldn't be coaching a swim team.

One thing missing that would be helpful is a primer on how to seed a dual meet.

The book is exactly what the product description claims: A guide for the first time coach of novice swimmers.I reccomend it to anyone new to coaching swimming.

Good forsummerswimteams
I did notrealize from the description that the book was aimed at summer teams and people who know very little about swimming.It is a goodbeginning book but was not particularly helpful to me as I wanted information for a high schoolteam.

Now I know what to do!
I've just started co-coaching a small club in Kinsale, Co. Cork. I'm a competitive swimmer and knew what I wanted to get across, but not how. John Leonard's book has really made a difference. I'm now structuring sessionsin a useful way and I know I'm communicating better with the swimmers. Ishall be introducing his suggestions about setting objectives and using abulletin board when we start training again after Easter. I'm confidentthat my swimmers will benefit.Thanks John. ... Read more

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Swimming Past 50 offers age-appropriate fitness and competition training programs and insights for swimmers who have lapped the 50-year mark. Written by Masters swimming coaches, this book will help you reach your target fitness level, improve performance, and increase your enjoyment of swimming. Both in-pool and dryland training programs and sample workouts are presented in a clear and ready-to-use format, and they can be easily tailored to meet your specific needs. The authors also include technique instruction to help sharpen your strokes and injury prevention guidelines to keep you healthy and injury-free. In addition, real-life stories of Masters swimmers over age 50 and samples of their workouts will give insight into developing your own program. Whether you swim to stay in shape, compete as a Masters swimmer, or are looking to start swimming regularly at this point in your life, Swimming Past 50 is your guide to success. ... Read more

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What to do out of the water
I was somewhat dissapointed in this book but by the same token taken by pleasant surprise regarding certain aspects of the book. It is not great on technique and the mechanics of swimming; for that lack of information I was dissapointed. To the authors credit he tells you right out the gate that this is not what you will find in this book and suggests some other books. This was helpful. The information regarding various excercises that can be done in the gym to help your swimming was excellent and most beneficial. Being a very average recreational swimmer I found this helpful for taking that next step using swimming as a cardio vascular excercise routine. All in all I enjoyed this book on what to do out of the water. Recommended for seniorslooking to better understand the physical aspects of swimming and how to improve your overall conditioning .

not the basics
I just started swimming and was expecting some " how to swim better" tips.This book is more about the next level, which is not bad, just not what I expected.It focuses on swimming's effect on the body, which is informative, but is mostly focused on comeptition etc.Not useful for a novice.

Good tips
There are plenty of good tips for the past 50 swimmer, although the book is light on technique.Excellent for the swimmer dealing with injury and any older swimmer curious about how to set up an effective workout.

Not for beginners
Be warned -- this book is aimed more at serious swimmers, those largely with competitive urges, than at the fitness swimmer who is interested primarily in the health benefits of swimming as exercise.

The authors are explicit about their purpose. They state: "Swimming Past 50 is not a 'learn to swim' book. [It] covers in more depth the benefits of an intense, structured training program, in order to prepare for competition."

I swam competitively in high school, 45 years ago. Recently, I decided to get back into swimming as an additional mode of exercise beside the running I've done for nearly 50 years. Because of the long time away from swimming, I felt I needed some guidance. I have on my shelf two books from this same series: "Weight Training Past 50" and "Running Past 50." I found both of those helpful for someone with my interests. I thought that "Swimming Past 50" would be the same kind of book.

However, I discovered that the book centers on serious training, with distances on the order of 3000 to 4500 yards per workout. Now, I don't have the time for that kind of training commitment, nor the interest in working through the multiple levels of training cycles described (multiyear, annual, macrocycle, microcycle, and workout -- one or two per day!!), nor the cascades of sets of laps at different paces, etc., etc., that this book describes and recommends.

If you are interested in being this kind of serious swimmer, as opposed to someone (like me) who only wants a less impactful form of exercise, perhaps you will find this book useful. I give it only three stars to emphasize that the raves it gets from other reviewers need a touch of circumspection.

written by a swimmer for swimmers
Mel understands every aspect of serious swimming and is able to communicate his life's experience with the sport in an understandable and enjoyable way.As a fellow US Masters swimmer, I especially apprecitatehis knowledge of what it takes to get faster on a continuing basis throughan understanding of stroke mechanics and training. ... Read more

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Shane Gould blazed her way into sporting history, breaking 11 world swimming records and winning five Olympic medals in Munich in 1972. Yet her career lasted for just three years. At 13, she became a household name; and at 16 she retired and almost disappeared. This book talks about the story of Shane Gould. ... Read more

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The parents guide to swimming, July 5, 2003 Reviewer: Rebecca Uhl- van Oostendorp from Oxford, MS United States As a past competitive swimmer and current USS swimming coach, I cannot expressenough gratitude to Dr. Arata for the invaluable asset he offers to parents,swimmers and coaches alike.? This bookis the answer to the question parents often ask: 'We don't know anythingabout swimming; is there anything to read?'? THIS is it!? Theinformation in this book will provide the security, comfort and knowledge forany new parent whose child is entering swimming.? Moreover, it enables them to understand, support and encouragetheir child in this wonderful lifelong sport.?I am buying and distributing copies to my team.? Thank you, Dr. Arata, for putting into thewritten word what ordinarily takes years to otherwise get across.The Handbook for all Parents of Swimmers, July 5,2003Reviewer: Roger W Rechsteiner from Lubbock TX This is a terrific book!? How I wish I'dhad it when my own swimming daughter was feeling 'burned out'.? Dr. Arata has great ideas on how to motivatekids past that stage so they have a chance to fulfill their potential.? A wonderful resource on training, diet ?everything!? Super A+!Great information for parents of competitive swimmers!,July 6, 2003Reviewer: Terre Christensen Parents' Guide to Swimming is a much needed tool for parents ofcompetitive swimmers.? In it I foundinformation on every topic an involved parent would need, especially a parentlacking a swimming background. ?Arata'sperspective on the role of parents and coaches is especially helpful.? He provides suggestions as to how parentscan help their children succeed in competitive swimming while leaving thecoaching to the coach.? A very worthyread packed full of good information on topics ranging from nutrition toflexibility to how to find a suitable program for your swimmer.? A must have!The Parents' Guide toSwimming isthe parents? manual for the mental, physical and practical aspects ofcompetiti ... Read more

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The Parents' Guide to Swimming
This book is outstanding.A must for any swimming parent.

Great information for parents of competitive swimmers!
Parents' Guide to Swimming is a much needed tool for parents of competitive swimmers.In it I found information on every topic an involved parent would need, especially a parent lacking a swimming background.Arata's perspective on the role of parents and coaches is especially helpful.He provides suggestions as to how parents can help their children succeed in competitive swimming while leaving the coaching to the coach.A very worthy read packed full of good information on topics ranging from nutrition to flexibility to how to find a suitable program for your swimmer.A must have!

The Handbook for all Parents of Swimmers
This is a terrific book!How I wish I'd had it when my own swimming daughter was feeling "burned out".Dr. Arata has great ideas on how to motivate kids past that stage so they have a chance to fulfill their potential.A wonderful resource on training, diet--everything!Super A+!

The parents guide to swimming
As a past competitive swimmer and current USS swimming coach, I cannot express enough gratitude to Dr. Arata for the invaluable asset heoffers to parents, swimmers and coaches alike.This book is the answer to the question parents often ask:"We don't know anything about swimming; is there anything to read?"
THIS is it!The information in this book will provide the security, comfort and knowledge for any new parent whose child is entering swimming.Moreover, it enables them to understand, support and encourage their child in this wonderful lifelong sport.
I am buying and distributing copies to my team.
Thank you, Dr. Arata, for putting into the written word what ordinarily takes years to otherwise get across. ... Read more

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"Swimming - Training Program" sets out the 300 swimming schedules and 115 weight schedules making up a single six-month training cycle, each week's program, which in most cases involves thirteen swimming schedules and five weight schedule, also includes a description of how the week's program is compatible with and contributes to Lydiard's training objectives. Chapters include the Aerobic Build Up period, the Transition period, then the Anaerobic Conditioning period and finally, the most important of all, Trials and Coordination race preparation period. This book is for the competitive swimmer, but also less experienced swimmers not yet able to handle the full Lydiard program will find tips on how to modify the schedules to bring them down to a volume that they can manage. This appeals to young athletes just setting out on their senior competitive careers or recreational swimmers who use swimming as part of their fitness program or triathletes who have to allocate training time to three disciplines or surf swimmers using pool work to prepare for their specialist sport. and Pan Pacific Games. ... Read more

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Describes various swimming techniques, including a section on the importance of psychological factors in learning to swim. ... Read more

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This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process.We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide.We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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This revised edition includes the latest swimming techniques and information on matters such as nutrition and mental training. The handbook begins with a history of the sport, including channel swimming and the start of competitive races. It discusses equipment and scientific principles and includes a chapter on learning. The book concludes with a detailed appendix of world, Olympic and Commonwealth records. ... Read more

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The author follows a swimmer through special training, exercises and swimming techniques in the build-up to a major competition. ... Read more

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This practical easy-to-read book makes complex sport science principles easy to understand, and easy to apply to everyday coaching situations. With "Science of Coaching Swimming" coaches will be able to help swimmers perform better and enjoy sport more. John Leonard, executive director of the American Swimming Coaches Association, has enlisted the expertise of an array of contributors who are not only leaders in their respective fields, but who have also successfully applied the sciences to their work with swimming teams. Both beginning and accomplished swimming coaches will benefit from the effective coaching strategies developed from the latest advances in motor learning, sport psychology, biomechanics, exercise physiology, sports medicine, and nutrition. Each chapter in this reference explains why a particular sport science is important, discusses the central concerns of the science, and provides specific coaching applications for swimming. In addition, the book features over 50 illustrations, a dozen charts, and numerous sample practice plans. ... Read more

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Make your swimming program the best with the help of the sport’s essential coaching reference. Coaching Swimming Successfully covers a full range of topics that determine who excels in the pool:

·Improve stroke technique and efficiency in all four strokes.
·Teach the new underwater dolphin kicking technique.
·Develop and apply an effective coaching philosophy.
·Motivate swimmers to achieve record-breaking times.
·Create practice plans for more productive day-to-day training sessions.

·Prepare for and run successful swim meets.
·Evaluate swimmers’ performance and make proper adjustments for future races.

Author Dick Hannula brings more than 50 years of coaching experience, knowledge, and achievement—including coaching 323 consecutive meets without a loss—to this special book. Coaching Swimming Successfully will show you ways to motivate your swimmers and build a confident and winning team. ... Read more

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Useless
The book is somewhat outdated, refers to freestyle as the "crawl stoke". Nothing is this book will help a first time coach.

Excellent source of information
This book is a great source of information and ideas for coaching swim.
Currently I coach on an age-group YMCA swim team and I am always looking for new ways to create effective practices.This book is written in an easy to search format and it gives examples that translate easily to 10 year olds!I recommend this book for age group swimming!

Mixed reaction
This book had some nice ideas in it, but as a first time coach for young swimmers, this book was not terribly helpful to me, since the whole book is geared towards coaching adult swimmers.It covers just about everything else to do with coaching, but not in terrific detail.All in all, it's ok, it has good ideas in, and is probably good for a first book for an adult coach, but you will need more.

Helpful
I found this book to be very helpful to a first time coach for first-time-on-a-swim-team swimmers.

Not for coaches
This is NOT a useful book for coaches, although it can be helpful for people without a coaching education or a good swimming background. Unfortunately, this book lacks every form of depth and I don't understand why all the reviews until now were extremely positive. Dick Hannula was a great coach, but this isn't a great book. I guess the readers were lead by pride instead of objectivity.
Coaching Swimming Successfully has an attractive title, but is somewhat misleading. While reading, you do get some new thoughts about coaching, but it will not make you a coach successfully.
The book is written with a first-person narrator and would be more interesting if it wasn't, since you will get annoyed after a while by every self-glorification of the writer and his successes. Besides, it's mainly focused on the American swimming school (planning and preparation, club swimming vs. high school swimming, yard pools, etc.) and it lacks some ability for extrapolation for other swimming countries.

The `Coaching Stroke Technique' part is redundant if you are a qualified coach and you still have your textbook from the course.

The book is easy to read, gives some new thoughts and can therefore help you coach more successfully, but it is too superficial and limited for a swimming coach. ... Read more