Next, try to press your hands together as hard as you can and rub them back and forth for 10 seconds. Try this experiment: First, rub your hands together as fast as you possibly can for 10 seconds. = Force (how much pressure you can exert into the ice over a period of time) X Acceleration (How fast you can sweep back and forth) Mass (what percentage of your weight you can exert over the brush head) In terms of sweeping, this translates into: There are many ideas out there, but my favourite theory is one that applies Newtons second law the relationship between an objects mass, acceleration and applied force is: Many curlers and researchers have studied how to be the most effective sweeper. Below I’ve listed my 4 favourite exercises to train for “hardcore sweeping”–and yes! They are simple, accessible, and the variations are for everyone.īefore I get into my favourites, let’s talk about the facts and theories behind why I chose each exercise because of what sweeping does to the ice, and how that affects the rock. A balanced training plan that includes some strength training, cardiovascular training and flexibility training can help improve your overall fitness, and have a positive affect on your curling game (see Top 8 reasons why you and your team need to train for curling). Ever wonder how hardcore competitive curlers train for their sport? Have you thought, “If I tried to sweep like that, I’d face plant!?” Or, “I could never be as strong as them”? You are not alone with these thoughts, but sweeping with strength shouldn’t belong to the elite or youth.
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