Backstroke ace Plummer signs with blueseventy
David Pummer: “It’s my dream to go to Rio and having the support of blueseventy is a nice boost. I’m impressed with their performance swimwear. The nero14 is compressive, fast and comfortable.”
Fitter and Faster Swim Tip: What is The Best Pre-Race Meal
4-time Olympic medalist, Peter Vanderkaay, has a lot of experience racing at the elite-level. He keeps his pre-race meal simple, carb-heavy, with a little bit of protein.
FINIS Photo Vault featuring Anthony Ervin and Jason Dunford
SwimSwam partners FINIS have teamed up with swimming photographer Mike Lewis of Ola Vista Photography to share some behind the scenes…
4 Ways to Prepare Outside of Training for a Championship Meet
Courtesy of BridgeAthletic: With college conference championship season in full-swing, here are four ways to prepare for your championship meet.
Fitter and Faster Swim Tip: Two Scoops Backstroke Drill
2012 Olympic medalist, Nick Thoman, explains how you can improve your catch in backstroke with the Two Scoops Backstroke Drill.
Pool Indoor Air Quality: Why It Matters to Your Health and Performance (PART 2)
Mixing air causes corrosion in higher parts of the building, including the roof. This is usually the cause of a breeze or draft on a pool deck. This effect spreads bad air all over the place, and is intensified by the use of large fans. Look for rust around your pool. If you see any on metal components in your roof, chances are, there is mixing going on.
How to Go With The Flow With Better Butterfly Body Position
The head position throughout the butterfly stroke can be a major limiting factor in your stroke. Keeping the head looking forward too much will lead to a sinking of your hips, which increases your drag in the water ultimately causing you to swim slower.
Artificial Gills, Breath Underwater Like James Bond
James Bond fans everywhere took notice when a Korean desgin student delivered a blueprint for a device that allows you to breathe underwater.
Olympian Chloe Sutton Responds to Viral SwimSpray Post on SwimSwam
With over 5000 emails and 309 comments, SwimSpray’s latest post has been SwimSwam’s number 1 story for the last few days.
USC Coach Dave Salo talks USRPT, coaching philosophy on Ritter Sports Podcast
USC Head Coach Dave Salo shares some insights into his coaching philosophy and training methodology, including his thoughts on USRPT.
SwimSpray to Offer a Free Sample to Anyone Willing to Send A Testimonial
To help show that SwimSpray works, we are offering free samples of SwimSpray to anyone interested in trying it. Just send an email to….
Haley Anderson: Trust in your Hard Work and Dedication
Haley Anderson, Olympic medalist: “There’s no point focusing on the things you can’t change. So just focus on all the hard work and time you have dedicated and trust in that work to shine through when the time comes to race.”
Decorate your swim goggles and Be A Stud!
Sports Studs™ allow children to decorate their swimming goggles and bring a sense of style and personal flair to their training.
Jolyn Swimwear Fashion Photo Vault, February Lookbook
Models: Anna Santoro & Leane Darling. Location: Hawaii
