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The video discusses how heart rate monitoring in swimming has advanced with optical technology, overcoming past obstacles. It emphasizes the importance of incorporating heart rate data for training optimization, similar to cycling and running. The use of devices like the Polar OH1+ allows for real-time monitoring during workouts, benefiting both swimmers and coaches. The video presents opportunities for enhancing swimming training programs through accurate metrics, urging viewers to embrace this technology to improve training progress analysis.
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In this part of the video, it is highlighted that while heart rate monitoring is common in sports, swimming has lagged behind due to difficulties in accurately recording heart rate while in the water. Thanks to optical heart rate measurement, this barrier has been overcome, leading to the development of more products for swimming. Various methods of measuring heart rate in swimming are discussed, such as using fingers or shared heart rate monitors at the poolside. The challenges faced with traditional heart rate monitoring methods in swimming are addressed, emphasizing the need for accurate metrics in swimming training. The video stresses the importance of incorporating heart rate monitoring technology in swimming to catch up with other sports like cycling and running, which have already integrated power metrics for training and racing.
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In this segment, the video discusses the introduction of optical heart rate technology in monitoring heart rate during swimming. It explains how LED lights can measure blood flow and display heart rate. The use of optical heart rate devices, including the Polar OH1+, is highlighted as a convenient alternative with specific features for both land and water-based activities. The benefits of using heart rate data for optimizing training, adjusting effort levels, and setting target times are emphasized. The potential for coaches to monitor heart rate data in real-time during workouts is also mentioned, suggesting improved specificity and accuracy in swimming training programs. Additionally, the challenges and opportunities of incorporating heart rate metrics into swimming training are explored.
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In this segment of the video, the speakers discuss the usefulness of a tool for analyzing training progress. They acknowledge that swimming is still catching up in this regard but highlight the tool as an exciting breakthrough. They encourage viewers to like the video, subscribe to the channel, and provide links to related videos on open water swim workouts and triathlon training explanations.