Why Strong Freestyle Kick Mechanics Really Matter
There is more to a strong kick than flexibility. For the down kick, the quadriceps, hip flexors and core muscles have to be incredibly strong in order to create a quick snap of the foot backwards…
5 Training Milestones That Kick a Metric Ton of Butt
Training is tough. It’s challenging. But with the grind comes a heap of awesomeness. Here are 5 awesome training milestones.
Dryland Training At Indiana University
Recently I paid a visit to my alma mater, Indiana University, to celebrate the life of the Grand Dame of swimming, Marge Counsilman.
500 New Swim Jobs You Might Love
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Why Coupling Motions Boost Distance Per Stroke
Have you ever noticed that leaner men or women often swim faster than bigger, stronger men or women?
21 Swim Camps You Will Love This Summer
See 21 “Summer Swim Camps” you will love to attend this summer. These swim camps are headed by some of the best coaches in swimming.
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Why dolphin kick is faster on your back
Dolphin Kick, the 5th Stroke, matters. Learn how to dolphin kick faster…on your back.
WTRX – Transitioning From Land To Water
The “WTRX” (Water Xtreme) class, designed in partnership with Speedo USA, a division of PVH Corp. (NYSE: PVH), and Healthy Way of Life Company, Life Time®, is changing the perception of the “aqua” class by combining the intensity and camaraderie of the ultimate boot camp with effective, lower impact water movements.
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How to Maximize The Fifth Stroke
The maximum propulsion occurs at the beginning of the down kick with a flick of the foot toward plantar flexion of the ankle. The more plantar flexion of the ankle, the more foot surface area is available to push backward in the water, creating propulsion.
30 Day Plan to End Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain is beating up too many swimmers. But with the right tools and plan, you can strike back. A proven plan that has worked with swimmers of all levels includes these 3 steps…
Competitor Coach of the Month: Ray Looze, Indiana
Coach Ray Looze’s Indiana Hoosiers were all but unstoppable at the biggest meet of the 2017 fall NCAA season thus far.
496 New Swim Jobs You Might Love
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2 Breaststroke Techniques and 3 Key Timing Tips
Breaststroke is the most challenging, inefficient and slowest of the four strokes. It is also the key to a successful IM.
SwimmersBest Methods To Build Speed In And Out Of Turn
Swimming gear info courtesy of SwimmersBest, a SwimSwam partner. In response to the constant need for ways to train swimmers…
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WTRX – What Makes A Speedo Water Workout Unique
The “WTRX” (Water Xtreme) class, designed in partnership with Speedo USA, a division of PVH Corp. (NYSE: PVH), and Healthy Way of Life Company, Life Time®, is changing the perception of the “aqua” class by combining the intensity and camaraderie of the ultimate boot camp with effective, lower impact water movements.