Erica Sullivan on Nation-Leading 500: “This is the first step”
Sullivan says that she’s been working a lot on her confidence in training and this is the first step that she sees in that paying off
Carson Foster Breaks Down 2Free/2IM/2Back Triple at Texas vs NC State
He started things with best times in the 50 back (21.34) and the 200 free (1:32.29), which were only 1 event apart (women’s 200 free).
Chase Kalisz Describes Depth of ASU Training Group
Kalisz says the depth of the ASU training group is immense so that if you’re not bringing your A-Game to workout, someone else will be nipping at your heels
Ryan Held Did Golden Goggles, Finished his Masters, and Got Married all in One Month
Olympic champion Ryan Held takes us through his whirlwind December (which actually started in November) with Golden Goggles in New York City.
David Curtiss Describes NC State Winter Training, “Ladder Set”
A self-proclaimed long course swimmer, Curtiss said that sc worlds were a big learning curve for him that helped his development as an elite athlete a lot.
Katie Grimes on How To Survive A 4-Week Training Camp at the OTC
Next up for Grimes will be a massive training stint at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, a trip Grimes says will be just over 4 weeks
Abbey Weitzeil on Cal OTC Training: “I’m really happy with the work that we put in”
Weitzeil is currently training in the Cal pro group, which includes Ryan Murphy, Hunter Armstrong, and Sean Grieshop, and bouncing from sprint to mid-group
Pitt’s Chase Kreitler Gives Insight into NCAA College Season Training/Rest Cycles
Chase Kreitler let SwimSwam on deck right before Pitt’s dual with George Washington and he had some great insights on training cycles within an NCAA season
Chase Kalisz on Bowman Training: “I’ve done more yardage now than I’ve ever done”
Kalisz seems satisfied with getting his butt kicked, stating with a smile “I’ve probably had more bad practices than I’ve ever had in my entire life combined
Jordan Crooks Reflects on Lessons Learned in SCY, SCM, and LCM Racing
Recently, Crooks swam a dual meet with Mizzou last weekend (in yards) and competed in the Knoxville Pro Swim this weekend
Hunter Armstrong Starting to Reap Benefits of Training Next to Ryan Murphy
Armstrong said the first 15 meters of his 50 back (where he placed 2nd in 24.8 to Justin Ress) was exactly as fast as it was in his world record swim.
Mona McSharry on Her Favorite Breaststroke Event: “I want to like the 200…”
The Irish native is thriving under home-court advantage, saying she loves looking over at her cheering teammates at the end of a race.
Justin Ress on Bringing More Energy to Swimming, Gaming for Charity
Reigning world champ Justin Ress continued his dominance in the 50 back, breaking the pro swim series record last night in 24.49.
Miranda Tucker Describes Coley Stickels Training with Texas Ford Aquatics Pro Group
Former Michigan Wolverine has made a resurgence in the swim scene, most recently with a 2nd place finish in the 100 breast at the pro swim in Knoxville
Kylie Masse Learned How to Have Patience with Herself in the Face of Inconsistency
Kylie Masse started her meet in Knoxville with a Pro Swim Series record, touching for the win in the 50 back in 27.38.
