Time Lapse & Photos: UCLA Masters Short Course Meters Meet
This past weekend masters swimmer in Los Angeles hit the water in Westwood at the 2014 UCLA Masters short course…
4 Ways to Get In The Zone
When swimmers are asked to recall their best performances, they typically describe a feeling of effortless power, excitement, and readiness for the upcoming challenge. In Sport Psychology terms, this is known as achieving a State of Flow…
3 ways to build leg strength in swimming
Leg strength can make or break a race – in both sprint and distance events. Here are 3 easy ways to build leg strength in the water…
6 swim resistance accessories swimmers love and hate
Swim Training courtesy of Ryan Turner Pushing off the wall has never been harder, but there’s a silver lining to…
Why High Elbow matters in swimming
This simple element in both the catch and the recovery is entirely crucial to the efficiency of all four strokes.
Xmetrics: World’s 1st Activity Tracker For Swimmers with Audio Feedback & Bio-mechanical Data Analysis
Xmetrics is the world’s first activity tracker for swimmers with real-time audio feedback & bio-mechanical data analysis.
Steele Wisdom: Positives That Help Your Swim Team
Courtesy of 4-time NCAA DII Coach of the Year Bob Steele.
VIDEO: Laura Sogar’s Favorite Breaststroke Drill, Breast Arms, Flutter Kick
Swim Training / Swimming Video courtesy of VeloPress
How to take on the English Channel and beat it!
British swimmer, Kate Long, smashed her target for swimming the English Channel earlier this month. The 21km stretch of water between England and France forms one of the most iconic swims in the world, and only around 3000 people have ever completed it.
5 Performance Goals Swimmers Need to Focus On
Goal setting can either be a help or a hindrance, depending upon how we go about setting our intentions…
Don’t Risk Shallow Water Blackout: Swim Smart and Safe with the Cardio Cap
Using the Cardio Cap takes the guessing game out of hypoxic training. The Cardio Cap allows for intensified hypoxic training by restricting air flow at a safer, more regulated level.
Glute Activation for Greater Stability in Swimming
Because swimmers over-develop and preferentially activate their quadriceps during lower body exercises, the posterior leg does not respond to resistance as quickly. Over time, this movement pattern becomes habit, and the glutes and hamstrings fail to “turn on” since the quads will automatically absorb the load.
Slix Australia Two Piece Training Swimsuits Don’t Slip or Drag
If you think you can’t have a swimsuit that’s both active and stylish, think again! While your racer back is practical and your bikini is cute…
3 Healthy Ways to Boost your Energy
Navigating the world of supplements can be daunting. It’s important to remember that you can maintain higher energy levels with a few simple changes to your daily habits. Let’s take a moment to discuss what you can do right now to boost your energy throughout the day.