The Science of Swimming Fast with Dr. Jan Olbrecht

Renowned coach and physiologist Dr. Jan Olbrecht discusses modern approaches to sprint training in swimming. Dr. Olbrecht shares insights from his extensive research and experience working with elite athletes. He explores topics like individualizing training programs, aerobic capacity development, recovery strategies, and periodization models. Dr. Olbrecht also examines how biomechanics and technique continue to evolve. Coaches will gain valuable scientific perspectives and practical guidelines that can be applied to optimize their athletes' sprint performance. This interview provides actionable insights for implementing the latest research into swimming training programs. It's a must-watch for any swim coach seeking to understand contemporary methods for developing speed in the pool. OUR SWIMMING PARTNERS: EO SWIM BETTER:⁠ Analyse your stroke technique with eo's SwimBETTER handsets. Go to eolab.com/SwimBETTER, and use code BRETT at checkout to get 9 months free on a single gold annual membership with any handset purchase. https://www.eolab.com/swimbetter BRATTER PA, IMMIGRATION LAW FIRM Exclusive Immigration and Agency Representation of Athletes, Entrepreneurs, Artists, Investors and Entertainers https://www.bratterpa.com/ BEINE WELLNESS BUILDING & GENETIC TESTING: Individualize your nutrition with personalized plans from Erica Beine. Eat, supplement, and recover based on your genetics! https://beinewellnessbuilding.net/ SWIMSTRONG DRYLAND: SwimStrong Dryland inspires and changes the lives of competitive swimmers through strength training, leadership training, motivation and care. https://swimstrongdryland.com/ IMAGINE SWIMMING: NYC's Premier Swim School is looking for instructors and coaches! Lessons for all ages, from Baby Swim to adults, along with competitive club teams. https://www.imagineswimming.com/ INTL SWIMMING HALL OF FAME: Keep our sport's history alive by joining the 1 in 1000 Club! https://www.ishof.org/one-in-a-thousand/ Subscribe to this YouTube Channel:    / @insidewithbretthawke   Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... #swimming #sprintrevolution #swimcoach 00:00 Hello Jan Olbrecht 02:50 Sprinting Research 05:00 Capacity & Power 10:00 Volume 11:00 Training Aerobic Capacity Outside of the Pool 14:00 Building Aerobic Capacity Through Anaerobic Work 20:12 Skills & Drills 22:00 Stressing the Central Nervous System for Sprinters 25:00 Max Power 3 to 4 Practices Per Week 27:30 Recovery 30:10 Periodization 33:30 Racing During Training Cycles 36:00 Straight Arm vs. Bent Arm 39:40 How are we getting faster? 44:00 Comparing Athletics and Swimming 49:30 How should a swim coach learn? 54:15 Differences Between Men & Women in Sprinting 57:00 Thank You Dr. Jan Olbrecht 57:30 What have we learned?