Swim equipment can play an important role in a swimmer's workout. One of the most popular tools, however, is also one of the most misunderstood.
In this swim clinic video, Jan Javier, of Total Immersion offers his thoughts on the importance of streamlining your stroke and how your mental focus can make a huge difference in keeping you aligned and performing your best in the water.
You can get across the pool, log a decent workout, and even paddle your way through the swim leg of a tri. Now it's time to hone your technique.
The truth is, men still out perform women in most athletic endeavors, but there is one area where women might be closing the gap.
Squeeze in one more swimming event this season. Here are eight fun swims where you can finish your season strong.
Improve your swim mechanics and get more comfortable in open water with these tips and drills.
A swim coach is like the captain of a ship. They both have to monitor what is happening above and below the surface of the water based on visual clues and underwater devices.
Precious seconds can be lost during the transition from swim to bike. Follow these six steps from Sara McLarty to streamline your exit from the open water.
Long pool sets mean lots of flip turns. For some swimmers, not breathing in and out of the turn can leave them gasping for air. Next time you're short of breath, try this method.
There's no better feeling than breaking what you thought was a personal limit, but how do we know when we've reached our ultimate speed?
Find out the best way to improve speed and conditioning while maintaining a high weekly yardage.
Are you familiar with the rules of the pool? Follow these tips to navigate a crowded swim session.
Improve your race starts and T1 transition times with dolphining skills. Learn how with these drills.
An effective kick in the water will help maximize your swim performance without draining your energy for the bike and the run.
Ever wonder what swimmers are doing with fins and snorkels? Here's a breakdown of helpful gadgets and how to incorporate them into your workouts.
