Training

Why Elite Swimmers (and Dolphin Kickers) Use a Kick Count

Kick counts are the enterprising swimmer’s weapon for faster dolphin kicking. Here’s how the simple kick count can pay off on race day.

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A One Hour Recovery Swim Workout for When Your Body is Toast

Loosen up, reset your stroke, and add light speed with this one-hour recovery swim workout to help you bounce back from tough training.

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EO SwimBETTER Devices Tested in Scientific Study for Accuracy and Reliability

The study set out to determine if the EO SwimBETTER sensors can accurately and reliably provide feedback on the propulsive forces generated by swimmers.

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Fast Starts Here: Speedo Launches HyperSpark, The New Entry-Level Race Suit

HyperSpark combines Speedo’s cutting-edge innovation with comfort and accessibility, giving aspiring champions the tools they need to swim faster and further.

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A Swim Workout for Top End Freestyle Speed

Got a need for speed? Give this top end speed workout a rip and push your upper limits of power and velocity in the pool.

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A Swim Workout to Help You Close Races Like a Pro

Build race day closing speed with this swim workout that spikes lactate early, then trains you to swim through it. Finish fast, finish like a pro.

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5 Benefits of Fish Kicks for Faster Underwaters

Fish kicks are a great tool for improving undulation, stronger vortices, a faster upkick—and faster underwaters. Here’s why swimmers should use ‘em.

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The 2 Types of Plyometric Exercises Swimmers Need for Explosive Starts

Plyometrics are a proven way to improve power off the starting block. Here’s how to program jump training for faster starts and faster swimming.

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Why Core Training is Essential for Sprint Freestylers

A strong, stable core is the secret weapon of elite sprinters. Here’s how core training powers faster, cleaner freestyle speed.

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How Sculling Can Improve Feel, Technique and Speed in the Water

Improve feel for the water, build forearm strength, and boost technique—how sculling can help swimmers go faster in the water.

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New in Commit: Roster Improvements

Courtesy of Commit Swimming, a SwimSwam partner Commit Swimming has Team Management Software New Feature: Roster Improvements What is “Roster…

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PRANA: The New Tech Suit That’s Turning Heads on the World Stage

Why Some of the World’s Best Swimmers Are Choosing A3 Performance Over Industry Heavyweights.

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FORM Introduces HeadCoach™ 2.0: Expert Coaching, Tailored to Your Goals

Forget AI hype. HeadCoach™ 2.0 is built to educate, delivering expert-level coaching, clarity, and actionable feedback every swim.

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A Swim Workout to Supercharge Feel for the Water

Looking to up your feel for the water in your freestyle? Give this swim workout a go to unlock increased feel for the water.

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A Sprint Set for Mastering Freestyle Stroke Tempo

Looking to work sprint tempo? Boost sprint freestyle speed with this sprint set designed to master stroke tempo and control.

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