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A Swimmer's life

You wouldn’t understand unless you’re a swimmer – Every second counts!

It’s hard for a lot of people who are outside of the swimming world to grasp certain elements of the sport. Perhaps one of the most trickiest aspects to explain …

Written by: Rebecca Gillis 7 May '14

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Training & Technique

What’s keeping your freestyle down – Stroke length

Last time we chatted, we discussed head position, resistance and balance… If your body is in the wrong position, your efficiency is out the window and you have to work …

Written by: Brant Best 2 May '14

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Elite Team

My name is Ryan Stevens… and I am a swimmer

Lake Erie Swim for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis – 1st Attempt. Blackness. There is nothing but blackness. All around me – all I see: blackness. Then for a brief …

Written by: Ryan Stevens 29 April '14

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Elite Team

Chad le Clos talks relationships

Chad le Clos talks about his relationships with the water, his family, coach and fans. OVERVIEW Chad Le Clos seared himself on to the consciousness of sports fans across …

Written by: Elizabeth Byrnes 25 April '14

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Fitness & Wellness

How to conquer water phobia as an adult

Feeling anxious or hesitant at the thought of swimming? Too often these negative feelings are associated with water. If the very thought of submerging yourself into it makes you shudder, …

Written by: Leila Vaziri 23 April '14

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Elite Team

How to deal with pre-race nerves

Nerves are something that we all have to deal with at some point in our lives. It’s not the most enjoyable thing to experience but as an athlete it can …

Written by: Hannah Miley 17 April '14

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Elite Team

Ranomi Kromowidjojo’s 5 tips to a smoother freestyle stroke

Olympic 50m and 100m freestyle champion, Ranomi Kromowidjojo brings us her 5 top tips to a smoother ‘freestyle’ technique. Always make sure that your head remains in line with your …

Written by: Emily 13 April '14

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A Swimmer's life

You wouldn’t understand unless you’re a swimmer – Teammates!

It bothers me when people refer to competitive swimming as an individual sport. I understand that when it all comes down to it, it’s up to you whether you have …

Written by: Rebecca Gillis 7 April '14

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Elite Team

Women and success across the generations

OVERVIEW Australians Shane Gould and Cate Campbell may be divided by the generations but they are united in achieving success on the world stage.

Written by: Elizabeth Byrnes 5 April '14

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A Swimmer's life

Does water have feelings?

On a road trip through Norway a couple of summers ago the sheer number of lakes we drove past, over, under and through was breathtaking. An endless succession of limpid …

Written by: Eleonora Kihlberg 22 March '14

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