Studia Kinanthropologica 2008, 9(1):115-119
The Use of Water Polo in Teaching (Training) Swimming
- Jihočeská univerzita, Pedagogická fakulta, Katedra tělesné výchovy a sportu, České Budějovice, ČR
This article refers about use of water polo in teaching and training swimming. It gives some exercise that could be used during training. This exercise gives excellent opportunity to stay in shape for swimming while providing a much-needed break from the rigors and boredom which can accompany swim training. Water polo helps build strength, coordination, sense water, endurance and speed. It could also help to maintain an interest in swimming for same athlete who otherwise might quit the sport.
Keywords: swimming; water polo; exercise; endurance; coordination; sense water
Published: March 30, 2008 Show citation
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