with Jimmy Tierney, Northwestern University Women’s Swim Coach, USA National Team Coach and ’98 Women’s Big Ten Coach of the Year!

There is an artistic element to the breaststroke that dictates a different coaching approach. Tierney discusses how to mesh the physical and artistic aspects that are key to success with the breaststroke. He also introduces both his dryland and pool-training programs for these athletes. Specific emphasis is placed on the techniques and drills of all phases of the stroke, and how to “put it all together” in an efficient, fluid, and powerful stroke. All demonstrating is done by Amy Balcerzak who finished 4th in the 2000 Olympic trials in the 100 breaststroke and is ranked top ten in the world. Tierney also shares training strategy, including speed and power sets essential to fast breaststroke swimming. This video is a complete guide to preparing your breaststrokers for success at all levels!

37 minutes. 2001. ISBN 1-56404-628-1.