
Exercises to improve ankle dorsiflexion range of motion
How much ankle dorsiflexion range of motion does a swimmer need? If we analyze a swimmer’s performance, whether a sprinter or a distance athlete there are two phases which require a certain …
How much ankle dorsiflexion range of motion does a swimmer need? If we analyze a swimmer’s performance, whether a sprinter or a distance athlete there are two phases which require a certain …
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This little piece of equipment from Russia can help you make great gains. Here’s how to use kettlebells for your training out of the water. A kettlebell is a small piece of gym equipment (conventionally made of iron) that is …
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Need a few tips on how to train for swimming when you can’t get to the pool? Posture influences strength, injury risk, and performance. Make the most out of your time away from the pool and work on …
Distance sucks. And no, we’re not talking about training for the mile (although this does also suck…). We’re referring to the forced hiatus from swimming pools that many water lovers …
In our training tips for underwater swimming, we saw how important it was to perform quick technical movements with a reduced oxygen supply or no oxygen at all, i.e. in …
Lockdown has required a lot of swimmers to press ‘Pause’ on their athletic ambitions. While training and competitions continue to be cancelled in many areas, setting realistic personal goals during …
Hydration for swimmers is perhaps one of the most underestimated aspects. Find out what, how much and when it is important for a swimmer to drink! Bearing in mind that …
Australian swimming champion Cate Campbell shares with us her favourite pre-swim mobility exercises. The following drills focus on thoracic mobility – which is the most important thing she focuses on …