Updated Articles and Resources
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Swimmers Recovery Technique - When Does a Swimmer Catch Water
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Tuesday, August 28, 2007
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Saturday, May 26, 2012
When you grab (catch) the water, and when you release it, makes the difference between fast and slow swimming. -
How Often Do You Swim - Why Do You Swim - Swimmers, Tell Us What You Swim and Why You Swim
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Wednesday, December 30, 2009
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Saturday, May 26, 2012
Why do you swim? Share it with us! -
Swimmers, If You Fight the Water, You Lose
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Saturday, May 26, 2012
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Saturday, May 26, 2012
If you fight the water during a swim workout, the workout will probably not be a good one. Find ways to avoid fighting the water during a workout and enjoy your swim. -
One Thing You Could Do to Swim Better
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Monday, May 30, 2011
Updated:
Saturday, May 26, 2012
Given the choice to do anything you are capable of doing, what would you do to swim better? What one thing would you change about your swimming technique, swimming workout habits, or anything else ... -
Sports Psychology - Don't Fall Into The Excuse Trap - Sports Psychology for Swimmers
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Saturday, January 15, 2011
Updated:
Saturday, May 26, 2012
One of the biggest and easiest swimimng traps to fall into, right before a big race or swim meet is to allow your mind to create excuses for you. This is a very common trap, where your mind basical... -
Breathing While Swimming - A Tip to Help Swimmers Breathe Easier
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Sunday, December 11, 2011
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Saturday, May 26, 2012
Here are a few tips on how to breathe while swimming that might help you during your next workout. -
10 Tips for Better Swimming
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Friday, July 18, 2008
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Saturday, May 26, 2012
There are many things that you can do be a better swimmer. This to list of 10 ways be a better swimmer could help any swimmer improve in the water. -
Over and Under Efforts - Swim Workout for Swimmers
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Saturday, May 26, 2012
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Saturday, May 26, 2012
This swim workout gets you to swim above and below your threshold over and over and over again! -
Summer Solutions Swimmers Skin, Body, and Swimsuit Products (Review)
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Friday, May 25, 2012
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Friday, May 25, 2012
Summer Solutions 6 skin, hair, and swim wear products do a great job cleaning and protecting. -
Swimming Pool Safety Checklist
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Saturday, May 03, 2008
Updated:
Friday, May 25, 2012
Want help keeping your swimming pool safe? This swimming pool safety checklist will help. -
Swimming and Safety in the Swimming Pool
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Tuesday, October 09, 2007
Updated:
Friday, May 25, 2012
Being safe in and around swimming pools is your responsibility. Learn how to stay safe! -
Swimming Pool Safety - Safe Swim Tips
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Saturday, December 18, 2004
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Friday, May 25, 2012
Staying safe around the swimming pool is not hard, but pool owners and users must be diligent. -
3-2-1 x 200s - Fast and Strong - Swim Workout for Swimmers
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Friday, May 18, 2012
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Friday, May 18, 2012
This swim workout features 200s at a fast but sustained pace. How fast can you go and still be able to keep that speed through all of the swims? -
Warm-up for Your Swim Workout
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Monday, May 14, 2012
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Friday, May 18, 2012
Warming up for your swim workout is an important part of your swim training. It gets you ready to swim at your best for the main part of the workout. -
Triathlon or Open Water Swimming Workouts - Key Sets
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Sunday, November 07, 2004
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Thursday, May 17, 2012
Important or key open water swimming or triathlon swim workouts involve race simulation, open water swimming skill proficiency, sustainable swimming speed, and time to recover after a swim. These f... -
2012 London Summer Olympic Swimming and Swimmers
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Sunday, March 16, 2008
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Tuesday, May 15, 2012
The Olympic swimming in the Olympic games is one of the most followed part of the Summer Olympics. Swimmers will compete for the gold, silver, and bronze medals in a variety of Olympic swimming eve... -
Teach Yourself How to Swim Butterfly
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Tuesday, April 17, 2012
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Monday, May 14, 2012
You can teach yourself how to swim butterfly if you take it step by step. -
Open Water Swimming Workout at the Beach - Swim Training
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Sunday, May 23, 2010
Updated:
Sunday, May 13, 2012
When you think of swimming, what do you think of? Olympic swimmers, swimming world records? Splashing around in a swimming pool? Relaxing in the sun on a beautiful beach, occasionally dipping your ... -
Olympic Swimming Rules, Judging, and Officials
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Monday, March 24, 2008
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Sunday, May 13, 2012
Swimming at the international and Olympic is governed by FINA (Federation Internationale de Natation). FINA also governs water polo, diving, synchronized swimming, and masters swimming. What are th... -
Go Time - Sprint Swim Workout for Swimmers
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Saturday, May 12, 2012
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Saturday, May 12, 2012
Looking for a swim workout with a few sprint swims in it? This swim practice has a lot of easy and moderate swimming, then throws in a few short fast swims to spice things up. -
Swimming for Weight Loss Worth It?
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Sunday, May 23, 2010
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Sunday, May 06, 2012
Is swimming a good exercise choice if your goal is to lose weight? No doubt, swimming is good exercise, and you can burn calories when you swim, but swimming may not be the best way to lose body we... -
Freestyle Swimming Technique Drills - Improve Swim Speed and Technique
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Saturday, May 24, 2003
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Saturday, May 05, 2012
A guide for swimmers on performing several freestyle technique improvement drills to help make a swimmer's freestyle swimming faster and improve swimming efficiency. Learn how to improve swimming t... -
Swimming Pool Filters - Sand, Cartridge or Diatomaceous Earth DE Swimming Pool Filters
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Saturday, July 17, 2004
Updated:
Saturday, May 05, 2012
There is a lot of confusion about various swimming pool filters, and many different opinions. Here are a few facts to consider. The first is that a pool water can be properly maintained with any of... -
Swimming and Triathlon Training for Swimming
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Saturday, February 12, 2005
Updated:
Saturday, May 05, 2012
Ask yourself how important it is to win the swimming portion of a triathlon compared to how you will perform overall. The longer the race, the less likely it is that the winner of the swim is the w... -
Swimming's Benefits - What's Good and Healthy About Swimming
Created:
Friday, September 17, 2004
Updated:
Saturday, May 05, 2012
Swimming is a healthy activity that can be continued for a lifetime - and the health benefits swimming offers for a lifetime are worth the effort it takes to get to the pool. It works practically a... -
Guessing Who Will Win Swimming Olympic Medals at the 2012 London Olympic Games
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Thursday, April 19, 2012
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Saturday, May 05, 2012
I am 99% certain that many of my guesses are 99% wrong! These are some shots in the dark on who will be taking home medals from the 2012 London Olympic swimming events. -
How to Get Rid of Reoccurring Swimming Pool Algae
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Sunday, February 04, 2007
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Wednesday, May 02, 2012
Algae reoccurrences happen in a swimming pool because the algae was not completely eradicated when treated. Sometimes poor or misdirected water circulation can prevent the pool chemicals from remov... -
How to Choose the Right Pump for Your Swimming Pool Video
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Tuesday, May 01, 2012
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Tuesday, May 01, 2012
There are a few primary types of pool pumps, each with its own positive attributes. This About.com video will explain the factors to take into account when purchasing a pool pump. -
Types of Swimming Pool Filters Video
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Tuesday, May 01, 2012
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Tuesday, May 01, 2012
Pool filters come in a couple different basic varieties, each with different levels of convenience and effectiveness. This video from About.com will give some advice on picking a pool filter. -
When to Drain Your In-Ground Swimming Pool Video
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Tuesday, May 01, 2012
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Tuesday, May 01, 2012
Draining your pool at the wrong time can result in serious mishaps such as the pool lifting out of the ground. This video from About.com will explain the best time to drain your in-ground pool. -
How to Close an Above Ground Pool Video
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Tuesday, May 01, 2012
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Tuesday, May 01, 2012
It's important to take the proper steps to close your above ground pool before the weather gets too cold. This About.com video will explain what goes into closing an above ground pool. -
Top Tips for Designing a Backyard Swimming Pool Video
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Tuesday, May 01, 2012
Updated:
Tuesday, May 01, 2012
The design of your backyard swimming pool can greatly affect your landscape and really enhance it if done correctly. This video from About.com will offer some tips on designing a backyard swimming ...