A Periodized Strength and Conditioning Program for a Male Olympic Water Polo Player
Presentation Type
Poster/Portfolio
Presenter Major(s)
Exercise Science
Mentor Information
Amy Crawley
Department
Movement Science
Location
Kirkhof Center KC23
Start Date
10-4-2013 10:00 AM
End Date
10-4-2013 11:00 AM
Keywords
Life Science
Abstract
Water polo originated in Europe in the late 1800's and first appeared in the Olympics in 1900, but its growth in America is evident by the American women's team winning first place in the 2012 London Olympics. The sport of water polo requires high mental and physical demands. In order to obtain the necessary skills for peak performance, a water polo athlete must participate in a highly structured training program. This project looked at the current research to develop a program to increase speed, agility, endurance and strength to increase the overall performance for an Olympic-level male athlete. Since previous research was observed to construct this workout program, there are limitations to what might specifically be best for the individual. This project was designed to better inform both coaches and athletes on a beneficial means of training for Olympic-level water polo players.
A Periodized Strength and Conditioning Program for a Male Olympic Water Polo Player
Kirkhof Center KC23
Water polo originated in Europe in the late 1800's and first appeared in the Olympics in 1900, but its growth in America is evident by the American women's team winning first place in the 2012 London Olympics. The sport of water polo requires high mental and physical demands. In order to obtain the necessary skills for peak performance, a water polo athlete must participate in a highly structured training program. This project looked at the current research to develop a program to increase speed, agility, endurance and strength to increase the overall performance for an Olympic-level male athlete. Since previous research was observed to construct this workout program, there are limitations to what might specifically be best for the individual. This project was designed to better inform both coaches and athletes on a beneficial means of training for Olympic-level water polo players.