
Why triathletes should not underestimate the swim leg
The most incredible thing I have noticed during my career first as a triathlete and then as an Ironman is that triathletes almost never consider themselves to be swimmers. On …
The most incredible thing I have noticed during my career first as a triathlete and then as an Ironman is that triathletes almost never consider themselves to be swimmers. On …
When we swim we hope that the movements we make are as close as possible to the motor project we had in mind just before we started. How close these …
Let’s find out what you should EAT after training to replenish your energy resources as effectively as possible! You have just finished a morning/afternoon/evening training session. You have probably got …
We have already seen how to incorporate a micro-cycle of training sessions (weekly training cycle) over a period of time. We have decided to call one of these sessions a …
As we have already seen, most forward momentum when swimming the breaststroke comes from leg kick and the arms do not really have a thrust phase. However, for the leg …
Strength training is not easy. We have already seen a number of methods for developing strength both in and out of the water using various types of equipment. But it …
Swim Snorkel Pro is the latest development on the more conventional Swim Snorkel. Designed for more experienced swimmers, its hydrodynamic design guarantees exceptional stability at high speeds. This feature not …
The young swimmer Daichi Suzuki performed his own special underwater phase after the start and turn in the 100 m backstroke at the Los Angeles Olympics in 1984. More specifically, …
Freestyle just might be some of the most fun you can have in the water. It’s the fastest stroke, which gives swimmers the best results they can wish for; smashing …
Swimming, like sports in general, provides an excellent excuse to talk about mental training. Mastering how to set goals, be resilient and learn how to do your very best will …