The Influence of Swimming Start Components for Selected Olympic and Paralympic Swimmers

Brendan J Burkett; Rebecca Mellifont; B Mason

doi:10.1123/jab.26.2.134

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The Influence of Swimming Start Components for Selected Olympic and Paralympic Swimmers

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The Influence of Swimming Start Components for Selected Olympic and Paralympic Swimmers

Brendan J Burkett, Rebecca Mellifont and B Mason

Journal of Applied Biomechanics, Vol.26(2), pp.134-141

2010

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1123/jab.26.2.134

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Abstract

biomechanics

disability

elite sport

swimming

skill

This study compared the components of the 15-m swimming start for 20 international male Olympic and Paralympic swimmers. The time, distance, and velocity components for freestyle swimming were measured. There were significantly (p < .05) different absolute and relative swim start measures among the swimming groups. Using stepwise regression three variables significantly influenced the start to 15-m time: (i) underwater velocity, (ii) free swim velocity, and (iii) whether the swimmer had cerebral palsy. This new knowledge provides useful information for swimmers and coaches on which components to prioritize, along with the practical applications of improving the streamline position to increase underwater velocity and to ensure that the transition from underwater to surface breakout occurs at the optimal time for maximum free swim velocity.

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Title: The Influence of Swimming Start Components for Selected Olympic and Paralympic Swimmers
Authors: Brendan J Burkett (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast - Faculty of Science, Health and Education
Rebecca Mellifont (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast - Faculty of Science, Health and Education
B Mason (Author) - Australian Institute of Sport
Publication details: Journal of Applied Biomechanics, Vol.26(2), pp.134-141
Publisher: Human Kinetics
Date published: 2010
DOI: 10.1123/jab.26.2.134
ISSN: 1065-8483
Organisation Unit: University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland; School of Health and Sport Sciences - Legacy; School of Health - Sports & Exercise Science
Language: English
Record Identifier: 99449702302621
Output Type: Journal article

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