Dear Coach: Should I Practice Bilateral Breathing?
Up until recently I was an “every 4th stroke” breather except when I was racing of course. I noticed that if the buoys were opposite my...
10 Tips for First Time Ironman Athletes
10 Tips for First Time Ironman Athletes Your first Ironman journey is an exhilarating challenge that demands months of preparation. To...
Quality Over Quantity: Do These 3 Swim Workouts When You Don't Have a Lot of Time
Many multisport athletes find their time in the pool limited due to family obligations, kids sports, full time work, etc. By prioritizing...
How to Train for an Open Water Swim in the Pool
How to Train for an Open Water Swim in the Pool In the winter months it is often not doable or desirable to swim outside in the open...
Improve Your Swim Stroke With Shoulder Mobility
Swimming is a sport that demands strength, endurance, and exceptional technique. In my opinion, the best swimmers move through the water...
Maximizing Your Iron Distance Swim Training with Fins
As you gear up for the challenging swim portion of your 70.3 or 140.6, let's delve into the incredible benefits of incorporating fins...
Smart Swimmers Do These 7 Things Consistently
When it comes to swimming, some individuals seem to have a natural gift. But over time, I've noticed that these gifted swimmers...
Here’s Why You Should Negative Split Your Workouts
What does it mean to “negative split” a workout? Basically, a negative split is when an athlete takes it easy at the start of a race and...
Here’s Why You Should be Swimming Different Strokes
I don’t know about you but I get bored very quickly at the pool if I don’t change things up a little bit. Freestyle for 2000 or 3000...
Don’t Skip Swim Drills and Here’s Why
Swim drills are a fantastic way to improve your swimming technique, whether you're a beginner or an experienced swimmer. These specific...
