Journal article
Normal Physiological Characteristics of Elite Swimmers
Abstract
The purpose of this research was to develop a comprehensive normative database of the physiological characteristics of elite swimmers. Data were obtained from 195 elite swimmers (89 males and 106 females) ages 12 to 18 years. Six protocols were used to measure variables in the following categories: descriptive characteristics, cardiovascular, respiratory, strength and power, body composition, and anthropometry. Significant effects of gender and …
Authors
Wells GD; Schneiderman-Walker J; Plyley M
Journal
Pediatric Exercise Science, Vol. 18, No. 1, pp. 30–52
Publisher
Human Kinetics
Publication Date
March 1, 2006
DOI
10.1123/pes.18.1.30
ISSN
0899-8493