Do you think under 10 year olds should do early morning swimming training before school?

Answer 1

If it's because you want them to be successful professional swimmers - no, unless they want to. Parents who want their children to excel at any cost are selfish. Concentrate on their education.

Answer 2

It depends on the child, If you have a kid that is competing with the seniors as far as speed. A kid who's in the top 5 in the regional rankings, A basic natural fish in water. A kid who's looking like the next wheaties box with olympic hopes then its POSSIBLE to do two workouts a day.

However, due to the age, you need to allow the child to make the ultimate decision if they fall in the parameters above. It takes A lot to manage two practices everyday. In summer it's not such a biggie. But during school, when do they have time to play and be a kid. Talk to the child, do they have an I'm going to do this no matter what attitude? What are their goals-long term? If you hear Olympics, then I wouldn't object straight off. I would do a trial period and see how it goes, be prepared that grades may start slipping, an already struggling student may not be able to afford that additional distraction. Make sure that somewhere there is still fun, because if not, there will be burn out and some never get back after they reach that point.

As far as play and that sort of thing, I had better friends on my swim team than ever in my school. We screwed around before and after work out, and any chance we got. Look at the coach-VERY important, if the coach is nose to the wheel and no fun allowed find a new one. If he lets the kids screw around between sets (when there is time) or chat while they do kicking sets, if he interacts with them and makes it fun then you've got a good coach. I tell you some of my best years were as a swimmer. My coaches were some of the best and I have more stories about conditioner and coke a cola being dumped on their heads... Honestly, if your kid comes alive at swimming and just goes through the motions anywhere else, you have a serious athelete. People who didn't grow up swimming until they were teens don't understand. I started swimming when I was 5 (learned how at 2). I had an older brother that swam so it was just natural that I jumped it to competitions. Swimming was my life. I don't regret the time I had to dedicate to it, or the things I missed because really, I wasn't missing out on anything I was still having a ball, and making memories that would last a lifetime. Sure now that i'm adult, other things matter. I have a child, she leans to dance and cheer. I support her, I give her the tools to make the decisions, ultimately I give her the room to decide what it is she wants to do, and if she changes her mind so be it. The rule is, I pay a session then you stick it out for that time, if you decide you want to quit or try something new, then I wont' sign you back up. It was how I was raised with swimming and it worked. Workouts were my choice. Not my parents. They were the hand that guided but didn't limit. There is no harm in trying dual workouts on for size and seeing how things go. I'll say it again, it is really dependent on how serious your child is. If swimming is just something to do then they are not serious and you should nip it in the bud but again if they are dreaming of gold medals and national anthems and are showing they have the talent there is no reason to deny it if they want it. Let's face it but when you see swimmers of 16 years in age out there winning the olympic eventss, you can't deny them the opportunities they need to prepare, but ONLY IF THEY WANT IT.

Answer 3

You have to take into account the child's sleeping habits, as well as their education before deciding whether early morning swimming training is beneficial to the child.

I was on the swimming and diving team in high school (actually broke a few school and state records), and began training when I was in middle school. I had a passion for swimming but when I would do early morning training, it cut into my sleep time. I had school and then swimming practice. Then I would get home from that, eat supper, do my homework, and then I would get my bath and go to bed. It was like that every single school day. Not much of a life for a child.

So in your situation, you have to take into account what would be in the child's best interest, making his education the top priority. Will he also have after school training? If so, will he still have time to be a normal child? I mean, you have meal time, sleep time, homework time, and the child should get at least one hour of play time with friends or with family per day. Will his training interfere with those things? If so, then you should allow him the extra hour or two of sleep in the morning, which will allow him to be refreshed for a full day of school.

The key thing is ensure the child gets at least 9 hours of sleep per night and that he has ample time to do his homework (not rushing through it but rather actually understanding it). Trust me, without good grades, swimming means nothing. He will not be allowed on any teams if he does not keep his grades up, and you must remember- he is only 10-- never too young to begin training, however he has to have time to be a kid, make friends, etc. Anything else would be depriving him of his childhood.

Trust me-- I know from experience.

Answer 4

Why not? Get the child to sleep early so that he/she can get their required hours of rest and sleep. Make certain they eat properly for competitive swimming (speak with a sport dietician). Make sure the CHILD is enjoying the experience.

If the other children competing do so, do you want your child to fall behind for lack of endurance and stamina? You cannot develop that doing land exercises. The child's muscles are actually working and getting used to working anaerobically. Do you have an idea of what goes on? Speak with your child's coach and ask him/her about the sacrifices and hard work children are committed to doing all across the Nation. How good does the child want to be? If the child no longer wants to do the early morning workouts, then the child does not wish to be a serious swimmer and is best not to push the child in this direction.

Talent and skills alone do not make a champion. There are some sacrifices to be made. As long as the child is enjoying the work, and the child has the PASSION to succeed...

It takes more than just "dedication," especially on just the part of the parent... it takes PASSION, on the part of the child, the zest to win! It is this passion that can well determine if the child has it in him/her to "suck it in" and edge out his/her competitor for placing, runner-up or winning.

Answer 5

Hey Paul D,

That is when it is offered. If the 10 year olds want to take swimming training, they yes. Nothing wrong with early, they may need to go to bed earlier.

Answer 6

Depends how much training they are already doing.
If they are swimming that afternoon as well, on a daily basis, the amount could stunt growth and development.
From the age of 13 / 14, that level of training would be more acceptable.

Answer 7

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Answer 8

No - definately not. Its ok at weekends, but its just too tiring for children under 11 or 12 before school. They need their sleep! Also, you should aim to train children so they are at their best around 18 - this much training is just too much too young.

Answer 9

i dont see why not i used to do sessions a week which was 3 mornings before school and i was swimming for many years. i started doing early morning training before school when i was seven and it didnt ever distract my school studies as it made me have to focus more and organise my life better making time for my school work so it has its benefits just make sure he/ she gets enough sleep and they'll be fine.

Answer 10

My advice is find another sport schooling must come first as making a living from sport is at best very precarious or see how he gets on in competition without the horrendous pool time thing then get professional help in your decisions eg get a projection done on genes etc,

Answer 11

Nice and simple answer this one.
The child is too young-potential Olympian or not the child is just too young and physically under developed 12 sure go ahead if its what the child wants but less than that no

Your coach should have told you this. Id be rethinking my coach