Comparison of Aerobic Capacity, Strength, and Power Performance between Different Stroke and Distance Training Groups in NCAA Division III Female Swimmers.
Location
Hopwood Auditorium
Access Type
Campus Access Only
Presentation Type
Oral presentation
Entry Number
77
Start Date
4-16-2026 10:15 AM
End Date
4-16-2026 10:30 AM
School
School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Department
Exercise Physiology
Abstract
The study aims to investigate the changes in estimated maximal oxygen uptake (VO2 max), maximal strength and power, and body composition between NCAA Division III female swimmers during the 2025-26 season. The swimmers are categorised by stroke (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly) and distance (sprint, mid-distance, and long-distance) specialities. VO2 max has been a key indicator for researchers of a participant's cardiorespiratory fitness and endurance, while strength and power can be determined through vertical jump height and the isometric mid-thigh pulls test. Previous research has indicated that aerobic training may enhance myocardial contractility, calcium uptake in the muscles, and VO2 max. It has also been shown that anaerobic training may primarily improve lipid profiling, vascular tone, and lean body mass. However, few studies have been conducted specifically on female swimmers at the Division III level. By using the data collected, the study aims to determine which type of training truly influences muscular performance and aerobic capacity, which will optimise performance in the sport.
Primary Faculty Mentor(s)
Dr. Sean Collins
Primary Faculty Mentor(s) Department
Exercise Physiology
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Comparison of Aerobic Capacity, Strength, and Power Performance between Different Stroke and Distance Training Groups in NCAA Division III Female Swimmers.
Hopwood Auditorium
The study aims to investigate the changes in estimated maximal oxygen uptake (VO2 max), maximal strength and power, and body composition between NCAA Division III female swimmers during the 2025-26 season. The swimmers are categorised by stroke (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly) and distance (sprint, mid-distance, and long-distance) specialities. VO2 max has been a key indicator for researchers of a participant's cardiorespiratory fitness and endurance, while strength and power can be determined through vertical jump height and the isometric mid-thigh pulls test. Previous research has indicated that aerobic training may enhance myocardial contractility, calcium uptake in the muscles, and VO2 max. It has also been shown that anaerobic training may primarily improve lipid profiling, vascular tone, and lean body mass. However, few studies have been conducted specifically on female swimmers at the Division III level. By using the data collected, the study aims to determine which type of training truly influences muscular performance and aerobic capacity, which will optimise performance in the sport.