In addition to physical training, elite swimmers require mental training to increase their confidence and self-esteem in order to bring out their best possible performance. Many swimmers experience frustration during the inevitable ‘slumps and plateaus’ that come during competition and training. But true champions are able to cope with these difficulties and continue to improve. […]

The road to the Olympics is a difficult and demanding one. The events involve the best that this world has to offer in terms of athleticism and skill. A lot of what makes an Olympian what they are can inform and inspire us as well. Olympians teach us to aim for what’s out of reach […]

Do not neglect the wisdom of your elders. In particular, the wisdom regarding diet and exercise, as commonly said, “You can’t out exercise a bad diet.” Is your diet overturning the effects of your hard work? Do not allow this to continue! Here are some tips to make sure you get the most out of […]

What’s the best way to train for a triathlon? If you ask 5 different people you’ll more than likely get 5 completely different answers. This is because there really isn’t a best way to train; there are multiple activities that you can do to train properly for a triathlon. The most most commonly suggested training […]

Have you been looking for a way to improve your swimming? Then check out this article, “Five Faster Swimming Tips”, by author Mat Luebbers.Here he gives you five tips, plus one bonus tip, that might just help you become a better swimmer. Luebbers’ quick tips give small adjustments to several different areas of swimming, some […]

The key to swimming better is broken down into basic principles. To increase the distance of your swim it is important to focus on saving energy. Efficient movement toward this goal can be learned. Rather than breaking down each piece of a particular stroke it is suggested that this activity should be approached in a […]

If you are a former swimmer but have stopped for a while. It is better to set up smaller achievable goals. If a person is trying to start swimming again like there was no break, the risk for injuries are much higher. When you do start to try to get back into swimming, remember it […]

Water toning is a great way to burn fat, especially for people who need a low impact workout. The natural buoyancy of the human body makes water aerobics an excellent choice for people with joint and mobility issues. These five simple workouts will trim you down fast. You can easily tailor the exercises to your […]

Swimming is the best form of exercise in terms of relaxation or general fitness. Some people swim in competitions like swim races, triathlons, etc. People who swim for relaxing so they can forget all the stresses in their life, short swim workouts are better for relaxation. Swimming helps in general fitness in combination with weight […]

Lap swimming at a public pool can be daunting but there are rules. It’s pretty simple. There are lanes and depending on how many people are swimming, there are different sets of rules. Take a good look at the pool before diving in. Find the resting spot in the pool. Remember where it is. You […]