2019 World Clinic Audio: Andy Korda, Teaching Traveling Underwater
Coach Andy Corda from Blue Tide Aquatics discussed his coaching journey and the importance of underwater travel in swimming. He emphasized the benefits of underwater travel, noting that it can be faster than swimming and shared success stories of athletes like Emma Sticklin and Ryan Hoffer. Corda detailed his training methods, including specific sets and techniques, and highlighted the use of technology like Swim Cloud for tracking progress. He also addressed safety concerns, particularly shallow water blackout, and stressed the importance of proper technique and continuous training to enhance performance.