Why the Velocity Meter Matters in Swimming
Significant deceleration can occur very quickly, within hundredths of seconds, with very small adverse changes in our body’s position or shape.
The Wishlist: 16 Gifts Swimmers Really, Really Want
Tight lane ropes, pace clocks that are easy to read, and lane-mates that can circle swim properly. Here 16 ideas for presents that swimmers actually want.
Why Kids Stop Swimming
With a focus on growing the sport, it’s worth considering why kids already in the sport end up leaving it. Here is why.
7 Self-Defeating Thoughts Swimmers Need to Drop
Mental fortitude is a cornerstone of every successful swimmer’s journey to the top. Like the rest, they are burdened with the occasional self-defeating thought. Here are 7 self-defeating thoughts that every swimmer should drop.
10 things you’ll find in a swimmer’s bag
If you’ve ever made the mistake of opening a swimmer’s backpack, chances are you were treated to a nice, sweet smell of chlorine twisted with a harsh blend of mildew, goldfish and moisturizer.
MP Swim Tips by Bob Bowman: Underwater Kicking
MP Swim Tips by Bob Bowman – Episode Thirteen
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Want to See What Kind of Training Katie Ledecky Does? Here Ya Go
Curious to see what the best distance swimmer on the planet does at practice? Here are some sample training sets that Katie Ledecky did on her way to the top.
Train for Gold Like Anthony Ervin
To get to this elite level of success, high-levels of dedication and effort are required.
Five Nuances of a Great Start
We have discussed the two different basic techniques of track starts, weight forward and weight back, and the importance of coupling motions in improving the outcome of both techniques.
4 Drills that Establish a Perfect Body Position in the Water
Applying force and decreasing drag affect every level of swimmer in our sport.
Finally Take Control of Your Workouts With Commit Swimming
Over the last two weeks, Commit Swimming released a series of new updates, enhancements, and features for its innovative workout journal.
MP Swim Tips by Bob Bowman: Counting Strokes
MP Swim Tips by Bob Bowman – Episode Twelve
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Improve Your Underwater Fly Kick with this Creative Set
Ready to drop some serious weight on your underwater fly kick? Today’s swim practice will have you working on the speed…
BridgeSwim Building Blocks: Freestyle Power
The BridgeAthletic Building Block Series is a set of 5 exercises that can be performed by swimmers of all levels on the pool deck.
How to Kick Faster with Boilermaker Aquatics
Chad Dillon, the head coach of Boilermaker Aquatics, realizes the importance of doing a lot of kick during swim practices…