Rebecca Soni: Life Outside the Pool
We recently chatted with Rebecca about life after Olympic glory, overcoming obstacles, and some of her proudest moments outside of swimming.
Yoga for Swimmers – Release Tension in Your Hips, Quads and Glutes
In this intense 20 minute Vinyasa flow yoga practice, we focus on stretching these regions of the legs that tend to be tight in swimmers. (Featured image: Rebecca Soni)
The Simplest and Most Advanced Backstroke Drill Ever
This drill was inspired by Aaron Peirsol, who has always been a positive presence in the Austin swimming community where I grew up.
10 Ways to Make a Travel Meet Successful
Going on a swimming trip intro-state or overseas is exciting and fun, but you also want to set yourself up to be able to perform. Here a few tips to ensure you can still stand up and produce that time you are capable of–even when you are on the road.
Control your Pace Clock with your Android Device
Most of us carry our phones around with us these days and use them for just about everything. Isn’t it time you were able to use them to control your pace clock during swim practice?
USRPT Helps Drive Hudson Area Club’s Success
Coach Young at the Hudson Swim Club in Wisconsin says USRPT gives his swimmers a new confidence.
Swim.com Launches World’s First Swim Tracking App for Android Wear
Swim.com launched its Android Wear app today, allowing swimmers to track their swims and access advanced analytics using any waterproof Android Wear device, including the waterproof Sony Smartwatch 3.
How to do The Kneeling Spiderman Pushup
Day 5 – Building Blocks Progression powered by BridgeAthletic: Today we introduce our most technical variation of the pushup, The Kneeling Spiderman Pushup.
The Tempo Pushup increases focus on shoulder stability and your core
Day 4 – Building Blocks Progression powered by BridgeAthletic: Today’s exercise is an alteration of the pushup that tests even the best athletes. Make sure you and your athletes master the previous day before proceeding!
4 Questions to Ask Yourself During the Off-Season
For swimmers the off-season is usually a short respite after a long year of training. Here are 4 questions for swimmers to ask themselves before embarking on a fresh year of swimming.
Fresno State Bulldogs Summer Swimming Highlights
The Fresno State Swimming & Diving teams kept at it this summer. Here are some of the highlights of the Bulldogs’ summer training.
The Pushup promotes enhanced fingertip to toe connection and stability
Day 3, Building Blocks progression powered by BridgeAthletic: The pushup adds stability and mobility work for shoulders with a longer lever and promotes enhanced fingertip to toe connection and stability.
Lo Swim: Helping Athletes Help Their Teams
“As the Director of Philanthropy for Lo Swim, I set up fundraisers for teams to help pay for new equipment, travel and event expenses, as well as scholarships for their team members.”
The Kneeling Pushup: Why You Need To Do It
Day two of the Building Blocks progression powered by BridgeAthletic: Today we breakdown the kneeling pushup. Check out the instructional video below and keep progressing!
Building Blocks: The Pushup Progression
This post marks the release of the Building Blocks Series Volume 1 powered by BridgeAthletic. Each week you will be given the building blocks necessary for mastering the fundamental exercises that build elite athletic performance.
