Give every block a clear intent
Tag workouts with the primary adaptation you expect — speed endurance, aerobic base, technical refinement — and log the test sets connected to that goal. When the tag, set, and result live together, you instantly see whether the plan is working or needs a tweak.
Spot patterns that drive adjustments
Plot test sets or race simulations over the block. If underwaters fade after day four, schedule more breath-control skill work. If lactate sessions produce the same split week after week, raise the target or shift to recovery. Data removes the guesswork from microcycle adjustments.
Keep the whole staff aligned
Share dashboards that combine dryland notes, wellness scores, and meet files. Assistants know which group needs feedback, senior coaches can double-check taper timing, and swimmers hear a consistent message from every voice on deck.
Conclusion
A coach’s compass is built on intentional data: capture what matters, compare it inside each block, and adjust with confidence.