Paraswimmers differ greatly from each other in terms of functional abilities and coordination, which together affect their swimming technique. Depending on their physical impairment, para swimmers are classified into 14 classification groups based on visual, auditory, or intellectual impairments.
The purpose of this master's thesis was to determine, based on competition results, whether there are differences between individual classification groups, as well as within them, in terms of speed and to determine how they affect their training process.
We have discovered partial statistical differences in velocity model and kritical velocity within lower classification groups: S3‒S5. In some groups, these differences are not detected: M S4‒S5, W S4‒S5, and S3‒S4. Higher classification groups are statistically proven to differ regarding velocity model and critical velocity from the lower groups. It has been demonstrated that when planning training, it is necessary to consider the differences in the speed model, as well as the intensity and quantity of exercise, according to the specificity of each classification group.
The master's thesis is important and useful for all coaches, professionals, and individuals who encounter para swimming. The findings about the connection between different classification groups help coaches to plan the training process for each category and improve the quality of training in terms of the correct use of intensity and amount of exercise.
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