Masters Weekly News Update, Monday, November 18, 2024

Masters Weekly News Update,
Monday, November 18, 2024

Hello Team,

The following information is in our weekly news update.

Have a great week!

1. Up Coming Events
2. Workout Schedule during Turkey Classic Age Group Swim Meet
3. Lost and Found
4. Words from Coach Mark

FYI:  2025 USMS Membership Renewal is due by January 1, 2025.

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1. Upcoming Team Events

*****SPMS/SW Zone SCM Championships****

Friday-Sunday, December 6,7,8 – Friday/Saturday/Sunday
(Long Beach City College)

DEADLINE - Sat, Nov 30, 2024, 11:59 PM  

Register Now

****Polar Bear Club Challenge - Day 1 Monday, December. 9****
Registration is OPEN!

To sign up follow the instructions at this link named: 

HOW DO I SIGN UP FOR A VOLUNTEER JOB. Except in this case, you will click Attend/Decline to the Team Event.

https://www.gomotionapp.com/team/scmvnm/page/membership/team-unify-faqs

Current Polar Bear Members

****Annual Team Holiday Party (Location TBD)****
Friday, December 13  

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2.  Lost and Found

Lost and Found Items will be collected and donated on Monday 11/18 at 5:00 pm.

Please take the opportunity to look through the lost and found before then to find any items that have been misplaced.

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3. Workout Schedule during Jesse Reese Turkey Classic Age Group Swim Meet  

Friday, November 22 – No Change

Saturday, November 23 (6:00-7:00 AM)

Sunday, November 24 (6:00-7:00 AM)

Monday, November 25 (5:00-6:00 AM, 6:00-7:00 AM,  7:30-8:30 PM)

Tuesday, November 26 – No Change

Wednesday, November 27 – No Change

Thursday, November 28 (Thanksgiving Day) 9:00-10:30 AM - 50m Pool

Friday, November 29 - No Change

Saturday, November 30 – No Change

Sunday, November 1 – No Change

https://www.gomotionapp.com/team/scmvnm/page/calendar#/views/month

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4. Words From Coach Mark
 

Aerobic Training

Aerobic training sets provide a range of benefits for our swimmers, enhancing both performance and overall health.

Here are some key advantages:

1. Improved Endurance

• Stamina Building: Aerobic training helps you build the endurance needed for longer races, allowing you to maintain speed over extended periods.

2. Enhanced Cardiovascular Health

• Heart Efficiency: Regular aerobic workouts strengthen the heart, improving its ability to pump blood and deliver oxygen to muscles, which is crucial for performance.

3. Increased Aerobic Capacity

• Higher VO2 Max: Training at aerobic intensities boosts the maximum amount of oxygen your body can utilize, enhancing overall performance in the water.

4. Fat Utilization

• Energy Efficiency: Aerobic training encourages your body to use fat as a primary energy source, which is beneficial for maintaining energy levels during longer swims.

5. Recovery and Injury Prevention

• Active Recovery: Aerobic sets promote blood flow to muscles, aiding recovery and reducing soreness after intense workouts.
• Lower Injury Risk: A strong aerobic base allows you to handle higher training volumes with a reduced risk of injury.

6. Mental Benefits

• Stress Relief: Swimming at aerobic intensities can help you reduce stress and improve mental well-being, making training more enjoyable.
• Focus and Discipline: Regular aerobic training fosters mental toughness, essential for competitive swimming.

7. Technique Improvement

• Skill Development: Aerobic training allows you to practice technique and skill elements at a manageable pace, leading to better form and efficiency in the water.

Incorporating aerobic training into your swimming regimen enhances physical performance and contributes
to your overall health and well-being.  

Good Luck!

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