Swimmers without Borders
For a competition whose slogan is “swimmers without borders”, the EU Swim Series will be celebrating its 10th anniversary in perfect style. On the 19th and 20th of September, 2015, this international competition will cross the Atlantic Ocean for the first time in its history
Strength Training with Hyper-mobile Joints
Hyper-mobile joints are advantageous in swimming, but can be detrimental to strength training on land if the athlete is not mindful of the tendency to hyperextend or hyper-rotate these joints.
9 Reasons to Attend USA Swimming Foundation’s Adult Performance Camp
#1 – Cullen Jones! This two-time Olympic gold and silver medalist understands the need for speed and power. Learn how to develop both and the importance of proper and recovery to achieve your maximum strength in swimming.
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Focus on the Things You Can Control in the Pool
Olivier Poirier-Leroy is a former national level swimmer based out of Victoria, BC. In feeding his passion for swimming, he…
10 Quotes to Keep You on Track This Season
Olivier Poirier-Leroy is a former national level swimmer based out of Victoria, BC. In feeding his passion for swimming, he…
How to Develop the Mindset of a Champion Swimmer This Year
Swimming fast is more than just showing up and putting the meters in. More often than not it comes down to mindset.
6 Tips for Being the Swimmer That Gets The Job Done
Swimmers at the top of the podium all share one remarkably unremarkable trait. Not genetics or talent. But the ability to get the job done. Here are 6 tips to be the swimmer who gets it done.
How to use the new FINIS Axis Buoy (Video)
The Axis Buoy can be used as a traditional buoy, which isolates the legs and utilizes the core and upper body muscles, but it also can be used as an ankle float.
A Letter to the Struggling Swimmer
When you are struggling with your training, here is something to remember.
Master Your Pullup for Swim Strength
The second version in our Pullup progression has brought you to the same place – Pullup mastery. Don’t forget to show us what you’ve got.
Master The Assisted Hammer-Grip Pullup for Your Swim Strength Program
Today’s exercise the Assisted Hammer-Grip Pullup is not only great prep for the pullup, but also an amazing test pullup preparedness.
4 Tips for Being a More Consistent Swimmer in Practice
Consistency is one of the hallmarks of championship swimmers. Here are 4 tips for becoming a more consistent swimmer in training.
Master The Lawn-Mower Pull for Your Swim Strength Program
Welcome to day 3 of the combo pullup progression. Today we are introducing the Lawn-Mower Pull!
Aussie Swimmers Eat Dinner At 1am While Attending Rio Protocol Camp
Dinner at 1am, competition simulation at 10pm – such will be the life of an Aussie swimmer attending their Rio Protocol Camp in Canberra.
How to Have Better Practices in the Pool This Season
It can be infuriating for coaches (and swimmers) to watch their athletes simply swim through a workout. Everyone knows that…
