Vertical kicking is a challenging drill great for promoting an efficient flutter kick. Instead of kicking across the pool along the surface of the water, vertical kicking takes place in a stationary ...
In recent years, we have consistently watched the sport of swimming develop and grow as we discover ways to become faster. One of the biggest discoveries is the importance of dolphin kick, an aspect ...
The density of water means you get more resistance from every pull or kick than you would on land, and these drills really make that work for you. Swimming laps already does a lot to build your upper ...
Did you know your kickboard can come in handy for drills other than kicking? This week’s swim workout includes the sailboat drill, which serves as not only a killer core workout it will also teach you ...
Looking to improve your swimming technique, speed, and power? Elite GB triathlete and swimming coach John Wood explains ten essential swim drills that should be a staple in your training plan. Here’s ...
Practising technique is crucial for efficient swimming. If you’re wasting energy by swimming incorrectly, the chances are you’re losing speed. Drill work – focusing on specific elements of your stroke ...
It’s your first day back to swim practice after a nice vacation with your family. You’ve had a week of relaxation, and the only swimming you have done in the last seven days is in the ocean. You hop ...
If you want to tackle your first triathlon (or just do laps) but only ever mastered the doggy paddle, these swimming technique drills will help get you there. If you’re considering signing up for your ...
Let’s get kicking. As Olympian and swim coach Gary Hall Sr. says, “If there is one skill that most differentiates the fast swimmers from the not-so-fast swimmers, it would be the strength of the kick.
Struggling to nail your front crawl swim and think you need to put some hours in to bring your technique up to speed? Learn how to improve your front crawl technique and make the most of your time in ...
TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — At the Flowing Wells Junior High School swimming pool, the swimmers on the team are hard at work. With each flutter kick or dive, the swimmers are getting stronger and more ...
The density of water means you get more resistance from every pull or kick than you would on land, and these drills really make that work for you. Swimming laps already does a lot to build your upper ...