Training

What is a Good Stroke Rate for Sprint Freestyle?

Wondering what qualifies as a good stroke for sprint free? Learn how elite sprinters balance stroke rate and stroke length for maximum speed.

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A One-Hour Paddles and Chute Workout for More Power

Feel the need for peak speed in the water? Here’s a one-hour swim workout heavy on resisted sprints for building max power.

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Does Reaction Time Really Matter for a Fast Swim Start?

Does reaction time matter for a fast start? Not as much as swimmers think—here’s what actually moves the needle off the block.

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2026 Penn State Swim Camps – Sign Up Today

The main priority of our sport camp programs is the health, safety and well-being of our participants, student-athletes, coaches, and staff. 

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Why a Strong Kick Is So Crucial for Sprint Freestylers

A powerful kick is essential for a fast sprint freestyle, and not just for propulsion. Here’s why your legs matter more than you think.

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Take Control of Your Meet Results with Commit Swimming

Managing meet results and athlete entries just got a major upgrade in Commit Swimming. We’re excited to announce new features!

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Daily Swim Coach Workout #1102

SwimSwam’s daily swimming workout series is a collection of workouts written by coaches from a variety of backgrounds. All daily…

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2026 Navy Elite Swim Camps – Sign Up Today

The Navy Swim Elite Training Camp is designed and implemented by our Navy Coaching staff to take swimmers to the next level

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Daily Swim Coach Workout #1101

SwimSwam’s daily swimming workout series is a collection of workouts written by coaches from a variety of backgrounds.

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Daily Swim Coach Workout #1100

SwimSwam’s daily swimming workout series is a collection of workouts written by coaches from a variety of backgrounds. All daily…

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Daily Swim Coach Workout #1099

SwimSwam’s daily swimming workout series is a collection of workouts written by coaches from a variety of backgrounds. All daily…

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Daily Swim Coach Workout #1098

SwimSwam’s daily swimming workout series is a collection of workouts written by coaches from a variety of backgrounds. All daily…

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24 Hours with Tennessee Swimming | PRACTICE + PANCAKES

Coming off the back of the Tennessee vs Georgia SEC Dual Meet, SwimSwam embedded with the Volunteers for 24 hours.

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2026 Notre Dame Swim Camps – Sign Up Today

The Notre Dame Swimming Camp offers a comprehensive training experience specifically aimed at enhancing swimmers’ techniques, starts and turns

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Commit Swimming Introduces Automatic Record Boards

Keeping your team’s record board up-to-date is now easier than ever. Commit Swimming is excited to roll out our new automated Record Board feature!

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