Swimmers who always turn at the wall know that flip turns are faster and easier than open turns. Flip turns are what world record holders do. For you to aim for efficiency in swimming, you should learn how to do them because they take the strain out of the shoulders and also add breath control […]

Swimmers have several ways that they can improve their swimming performance. The goal is to decrease drag, improve balance, and swim taller. Some of the tips for improving swimming performance that can be implemented by swimmers include swimming frequently and achieving a better position of the body. Swimmers who want to swim frequently should swim […]

Water workouts are becoming more popular these days, due to how easy they are on the joints, Many water workouts comprise the same basic exercises as you would do out of the water, but the water provides extra resistance with which to build your muscles. Pool noodles and floating barbells are used like weights would […]

Remember how fun swimming was when you were a kid? Well, it’s time to incorporate that sense of play back into your swimming routine, for both your enjoyment and fitness. One way is just to mix it up. Instead of just doing so many laps of the crawl stroke, add side and back stroke to […]

Sometimes swimmers torture themselves trying to be perfect in what they do. Day after day this routine continues but sometimes they think it is for no reason at all. It is important at this point to remind oneself while swimming of the numerous benefits swimming gives in life. One of the benefits while swimming is […]

As it gets hotter during the summer time many people look to swimming as a way to cool down. Swimming, however, is also a great workout. Some researchers even call it the ideal workout. It is a high cardio low impact workout. Because it is low impact it is an ideal workout for people who […]

Lots of people like relaxing outdoor poolside, but there are benefits to swimming for a workout. The benefits could convince one to swim year round with an indoor pool membership. Swimming helps with joint pain as it is low impact. It is also good for your mental health. If your goal is to be a […]

Listening to music not only helps you in terms of improving your mood during swimming practice, but it can also help aid in preparing your cardiovascular system for certain strokes. Every song promotes a different heart rate, allowing you to have the music cater to your specific strokes. This synchronization also leads to faster stroke […]

A day at the pool can be a good workout if you know how to make good use of your time. At most neighborhood pools there is usually a lane or two set aside for lap swimming. In order to lap swim you need a swim suit and goggles. A swim cap is a nice […]

Lily King and Adam Peatty have displayed a distinctive new “high octane” style of breaststroke, distinguished by strong pulls and kicks that enable both a fast tempo and a swift speed. The breaststroke is very dependent on precise timing, and without that timing, it is easy for the breaststroke to become inefficient and wasteful. The […]