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How to Assess Swimmer's Skill Levels for Tailored Instruction
A well-designed breaststroke practice plan is the foundation for mastering this rhythm-driven stroke. By structuring your sessions around...

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Aug 6, 20253 min read


Land-Based Butterfly Stroke Drills for Beginners
Learning the butterfly stroke can be intimidating—especially for beginners who aren’t yet confident with the coordination and strength it...

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Jul 31, 20253 min read


Developing Breaststroke Skills for All Levels of Swimmers
Breaststroke is one of the most technical strokes in swimming — combining timing, rhythm, power, and glide. Whether you're working with a...

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Jul 30, 20253 min read


Incorporating Paddles: Strength-Building Drills for Freestyle
When it comes to building upper-body strength and refining stroke mechanics in freestyle swimming, paddles are one of the most effective...

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Jul 25, 20253 min read


Using Interval Training to Boost Breaststroke Speed
Breaststroke may look graceful, but under the surface, it’s one of the most technically demanding and physically taxing strokes in...

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Jul 23, 20253 min read


How to Develop a Powerful Front Crawl Entry
A powerful front crawl entry is more than just a good-looking dive — it sets the tone for your entire swim. Whether you’re racing or...

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Jul 22, 20253 min read


How to Warm Up and Cool Down Properly for Swimming
Warm-ups and cool-downs aren’t just for land-based workouts — they’re crucial components of any effective swim session. Whether you're a...

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Jul 21, 20253 min read


Mastering the Freestyle Stroke: Tips for Efficiency and Speed
Freestyle, or front crawl, is the fastest and most commonly used stroke in competitive swimming. While it may appear simple to the casual...

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Jul 20, 20253 min read


How to Float and Kick Efficiently in Freestyle Swimming
Floating and kicking are two foundational skills in freestyle swimming. Without solid technique in these areas, even strong arm pulls and...

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Jul 17, 20252 min read


The Connection Between Swimming and Cognitive Development
Swimming is often celebrated for its physical benefits—improved cardiovascular health, strength, flexibility, and coordination. But...

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Jul 17, 20253 min read


IM Breathing Efficiency Drills: Managing Air Intake Across All Strokes
The Individual Medley (IM) is one of the most demanding swimming events, combining all four strokes — butterfly, backstroke,...

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Jul 13, 20253 min read


Plyometric Drills: Enhancing Explosiveness in Butterfly
Butterfly is the most physically demanding stroke in swimming, requiring a combination of strength, timing, and explosive power. To...

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Jul 12, 20253 min read


Backstroke Drills for Speed and Power
Backstroke is often praised for its elegance and rhythm, but when it comes to racing, speed and power are everything. Whether you're...

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Jul 12, 20253 min read


Frog Kick Drills: Perfecting the Breaststroke Kick
The frog kick — the driving force behind a powerful breaststroke — is one of the most technical elements in swimming. Often misunderstood...

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Jul 11, 20253 min read


Sprint Interval Training: High-Intensity Freestyle Drills
Freestyle sprinting demands more than just raw speed — it requires explosive power, sharp technique, and the ability to maintain form...

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Jul 11, 20253 min read


How to Monitor Progress in IM Training
The Individual Medley (IM) is one of the most complex and demanding events in competitive swimming, requiring mastery of all four strokes...

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Jul 10, 20253 min read


Common Technique Errors in Butterfly and How to Fix Them
The butterfly stroke is one of the most demanding styles in swimming, requiring power, rhythm, coordination, and precise timing. While...

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Jul 9, 20253 min read


The Impact of Race Distance on Backstroke Technique
Backstroke may be the only stroke performed on the back, but it demands just as much strategic nuance as the other competitive...

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Jul 8, 20253 min read


How to Use a Pull Buoy to Improve Front Crawl Technique
The pull buoy is a simple yet powerful training tool for swimmers looking to refine their front crawl (freestyle) technique. By isolating...

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Jul 8, 20253 min read


Designing Lesson Plans for Different Swim Skills
Whether you’re coaching beginners, working with competitive swimmers, or running group swim lessons, a well-structured lesson plan is key...

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Jul 7, 20253 min read
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