Coaches

Masters Team Weekly Update Monday, September 9

Mark Moore

Masters Team Weekly Update
Monday, September 9

1. Words from Coach Mark

2. OW Mission Mile

3. Swim Meet Schedule

4. USMS 5k & 10 K National Championship

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1. Words from Coach Mark

Learning and practicing swimming drills is crucial for improving your swimming skills. Here are a few key reasons why:

Technique Improvement: Drills focus on specific aspects of your stroke, such as arm movement, breathing, or kick. By isolating and practicing these components, you can refine your technique and become a more efficient swimmer.
Muscle Memory: Repetition of drills helps build muscle memory. This means your body will automatically perform the correct movements without conscious effort, leading to smoother and more effective swimming.
Strength and Endurance: Many drills are designed to build strength and endurance. For example, kickboard drills can enhance leg strength, while pull buoy drills can improve upper body strength. Increased endurance allows you to swim longer distances without fatigue.
Speed and Agility: Drills can also help increase your speed and agility in the water. You can improve your swimming performance by practicing quick turns, starts, and sprints.
Confidence: As you see improvement through drills, your confidence in the water will grow. This can make swimming more enjoyable and motivate you to continue practicing and improving.

Incorporating a variety of drills into your swimming routine can lead to significant improvements in your technique, strength, and overall performance.

Check out the drills listed on our website:

Happy swimming!

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2. OW Mission Mile

Registration is OPEN!

JOB SIGN-UPS ARE OPEN

When: Sunday, September 22
Where: Lake Mission Viejo

Don’t delay – SIGN UP NOW!

MVN Team Roster
First	Last	Age Group
Davis	DeFontes	30-34
Christina	Calarco	35-39
Timothy	Shimada	35-39
Sean	Patterson	40-44
Todd	Foos	45-49
Frank	Lanak	50-54
Gustavo	Murillo	50-54
Lisa	Zawistoski	55-59
Vincent	Flores	60-64
Howard	Arao	65-69
Margaret	Stuart	65-69
Gary	Clendenin	70-74
Ian	Stuart	75-79