Paulus Wildeboer – The Preparation Lotte Friis, 800 Free Gold Medal in Rome 

Paula Wildebor, a top international swim coach, discussed the progression and training methods of her swimmers, particularly Lotte, who improved from a bronze medalist to winning gold in the 800 freestyle. Lotte's best times are 8:15.10 in the 800 and 15:00.10 in the 1500. Paula emphasized the importance of aerobic and anaerobic capacity, dryland training, and altitude training. She highlighted the need for a balanced training program, focusing on capacity before power work. Lotte's weight fluctuates between 70-75 kg, and she needs to improve her anaerobic capacity and breathing pattern. Paula also discussed the challenges of training in Europe compared to the U.S. and Australia.