Beyond Dryland: A Philosophy of Athletic Development for Swimmers

By Chris Webb on SwimSwam
The problem with the term “dryland” is that it encourages us to think of training outside the water as a separate activity. Swimming happens in the pool. Dryland happens somewhere else.
In reality, there should be no separation.
Everything a swimmer does should contribute to becoming a better swimmer. The work performed outside the water should support what happens in the water. When those two environments become disconnected, training loses its purpose.
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