Rise and Swim, Greatest Psych Up Video in Swimming
Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures
The Training and Development of Alicia Coutts
Alicia Coutts was Australian the darling of the Olympics in London winning five medals; gold in the 4 x 100 freestyle relay, silver in the 200 IM, 4 x 100 medley relay and 4 x 200 freestyle relay and bronze in the 100 butterfly (photo credit Swimming Australia / Delly Carr)
+ POOL Wants to Build a 50 Meter Pool in NYC’s East River
This is one of those crazy ideas that might just work.
Peter Verhoef New Assistant Coach at Queens University, Video Interview
Peter Verhoef has been hired as an assistant at Queens University in Charlotte, as head swim coach Jeff Dugdale has been promoted to Director of Aquatics. The university felt that this position was vital with the completion of the university’s new Levine Center. (Image courtesy of Queens University)
Dolfin Uglies Make Your Practice Perfect
Year after year, season after season, swimmers across the country continue to get excited about Dolfin Uglies and they cannot wait to get their hands on the new prints
Garmin Swim Watch SwimSwam Review Presented by All American Swim Supply
My old friend and swimswam partner, Keith Haden, president of All American Swim Supply, sent me this unit to test out.
FINIS Updates Stroke Lab Video Software: New iPhone App, Dual Player Comparison
FINIS, a world leader in technical swimming products, announces the latest update to their Stroke Lab video software. Stroke Lab is a web-based training tool used by coaches and teams for video analysis and technique improvement. (Photo courtesy of FINIS)
CATS Aquatics Team: The Swim Team Store Spotlight
Our philosophy is simple! We want a club that teaches the importance of learning the value of hard work and dedication in a team atmosphere. We pride ourselves on not only having great swimmers but swimmers who excel at anything that they do.
Butterfly Drill Week With Da Yoopers
This swimming video was produced and edited by SwimSwam contributor, Kelly McCommons. The YMCA of Marquette County Killer Whales tackles…
Swimming Obstacle Course, A Wildcat Challenge
Matthew Williams, Head Coach of YMCA of Marquette County, challenged the Northern Michigan University Wildcat Swim team to take in a fun and creative approach to their workout routine while their pool is under going repairs. (Photo & Video Credit: Kelly McCommons)
Hanging with the pack in open water swimming
Here’s another great bit of open water swimming advice in our “train with Trent” series. Trent Grimsey holds the fast time for the English Channel crossing and has amassed an impressive resume that includes a FINA grand prix series title. Photo: Mike Lewis, OlaVistaPhotography.com
The Key to “Easy” Fly
There is a considerable degree of difficulty associated with Butterfly, but poor technique can often be attributed to incorrect coaching methods.
FINIS Installs Endless Pool For New Product Testing and Video Analysis
“As a technical swimming company, it seems only natural to have a pool,” said Mark Stephens, VP of Product Development and Marketing.
Fit & Healthy Pregnancy Guidelines for Swimming
“Fit & Healthy Pregnancy reviews up-to-date research to show that exercise during pregnancy isn’t just safe, it’s ideal for health and wellness.” (Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)
The Nike Swim Photo Vault, 2013 Swimsuits
” Nobody Understands Human-Powered Speed Better Than Nike”