Objective of the study was to develop and test benefits of a new harmonized technical and physical fitness model (also referred to as the combined training technology) in application to junior (9-10 year old) crawl swimmers. Methods and structure of the study. A key concept of the new harmonized technical and physical fitness model was to efficiently integrate the technical and physical fitness training elements to facilitate, on a staged basis, competitive progress in the junior special crawl swimming groups, with three stages of the model designed to (1) master technical basics of the core swimming style; (2) excel the swimming technique; and (3) individualize and make versatile the swimming techniques. Results and conclusions. The progress tests found the new harmonized technical and physical fitness model being beneficial as verified by the improved movement hydrodynamics and special physical fitness test data plus good progress in the technical aspects of swimming. The new harmonized technical and physical fitness progress algorithms were found efficient as demonstrated by the subsamples` progress in every technical test. The study data and analyses showed benefits of the new harmonized technical and physical fitness model for application in junior swimming groups - as verified by the fast and higher progress of the EG and formal sport qualifications in the core swimming style based on a sound technical toolkits and special physical qualities building and physical training service to lay a good foundation for progress in the future sports careers.
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