A Swimmer's life
Swimming is a sport which takes years of practice to even begin to understand concepts like technique and racing strategies. That is why a large portion of swimmers have started …
Fitness & Wellness
As beach season gets underway, many parents are concerned about protecting their children from the harmful effects of the sun’s UV rays. Sun is the best source of vitamin D, …
Elite Team
Sette Colli is definitely one of the year’s highlights. Held at the impressive outdoor ‘Stadio Del Nuoto’ in Rome, the venue is a favourite to many National and International swimmers. …
Fitness & Wellness
Is aqua exercise just therapeutic rehabilitation or proper fitness training? There is no clear-cut answer to that question and water has so many therapeutic and healing properties that even the ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans sang its praises. For example, it is a well-known fact that Roman baths were not just designed for therapeutic purposes and well-being.
Training & Technique
Level: beginner When we swim the “freestyle” we simply grasp the water in front of us with our hands and push it behind our body with alternate arm strokes in …
Infographics
It is early in the morning, it is still dark and you are all alone in the water. You have a training session ahead ready for a forthcoming race. It …
Fitness & Wellness
Have you ever wondered what the secret is to performing at your best? An athlete’s natural talent and the quality of their training are obviously vitally important, but there are …
Triathlon & Open Water
What I have learnt training for the triathlon is that the secret behind a great race lies in the quality of your weekly training. As we have already seen in …
Elite Team
Who better than an Olympic 100m breaststroke Champion to offer advice and tips on breaststroke. So what are Cameron’s top three tips? 1. Find the proper timing – Arms & …
Training & Technique
Level: beginner The butterfly style is usually the last stroke you are taught, because it requires strength, endurance and smooth movements, all qualities that you should have developed while learning …
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