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Alternating Pace Interval Swimming

Structured interval training set alternating between high-intensity and recovery swimming to develop cardiovascular fitness

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About This Activity

Structured interval training set alternating between high-intensity and recovery swimming to develop cardiovascular fitness

Quick Info

high
20
25m pool minimum, ideally with 4-6 lanes

Equipment Required

Lane ropes/markers

Sufficient to divide pool into lanes

Stopwatch or pace clock

1-2 visible to all swimmers

Training set cards

1 per lane

Kickboards

Available for modifications

Ropes

As needed

Stopwatch

As needed

Cards

As needed

Suitable For

Year 7
Year 9
Year 8

Suitable Sports

Swimming

Activity Tags

Competition

Non-Competitive

Features

Inclusive
Progressive
Engaging

Values

Self-Control
Perseverance
Discipline

Skills

Cardiovascular Fitness
Team Play
Endurance

Teaching Focus

Progressive Challenge
Self Assessment

Intensity

High Intensity

Equipment

Markers Required

Weather

All Weather

Activity Type

Fitness Activity

Space

Indoor/Outdoor