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How to Train Freestyle Swimming in Shallow Pools
Not everyone has access to Olympic-size pools or deep water lanes for training. But the good news is that you can still train freestyle...

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2 days ago2 min read


Training Strategies for Self-Taught Competitive Freestyle Swimmers
Freestyle is often considered the fastest and most efficient swimming stroke, but mastering it without formal coaching can be challenging...

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5 days ago2 min read


Endurance Building: Long-Distance Freestyle Drill Sets
Freestyle may be the fastest and most efficient stroke, but long-distance swimming requires more than just speed — it demands endurance,...

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Aug 102 min read


Front Crawl Breathing Drills for Beginners
Breathing is one of the biggest challenges for swimmers learning the front crawl (freestyle). Beginners often struggle with timing, panic...

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Aug 72 min read


How to Perform High-Elbow Recovery in Freestyle
The freestyle stroke is built on rhythm, efficiency, and balance — and one of its key technical components is the high-elbow recovery ....

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Aug 22 min read


How to Set and Achieve Milestones in Your Freestyle Journey
Learning and mastering freestyle swimming is more than just logging laps — it’s a progression of technique, endurance, and confidence....

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Jul 303 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 253 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 223 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 203 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 172 min read


Psychological Techniques for Overcoming Freestyle Swimming Anxiety
Freestyle swimming can be incredibly liberating — but for many swimmers, especially beginners, it also brings feelings of anxiety....

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Jul 153 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 113 min read


How to Learn Freestyle Swimming Using Online Tutorials
Freestyle, also known as front crawl, is the most efficient and widely used stroke in swimming. If you don’t have access to a swim coach...

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Jul 33 min read


How to Adjust Your Freestyle Training for Speed vs. Endurance
Freestyle, or front crawl, is the most versatile and widely used stroke in competitive and recreational swimming. Whether you're...

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Jul 12 min read


Catch-Up Freestyle Drills for Stroke Synchronization and Control
Freestyle swimming demands more than just speed — it requires timing, control, and smooth synchronization between the arms, legs, and...

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Jun 263 min read


How to Overcome Front Crawl Breathing Anxiety
Breathing is one of the most common obstacles for swimmers learning front crawl (freestyle). Many beginners — and even intermediate...

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Jun 243 min read


How to Use Kickboards to Strengthen Your Freestyle Kick
A strong freestyle kick is essential for speed, balance, and propulsion in the water. One of the simplest yet most effective tools to...

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Jun 223 min read


Using Data to Enhance Your Freestyle Training
Freestyle is the foundation of competitive swimming, but mastering it goes beyond just logging laps. In today’s performance-focused...

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Jun 193 min read


Sprint-Specific Freestyle Drills for Competitive Swimmers
Sprint freestyle races are short, explosive, and won by tenths of a second. Whether it’s a 50-meter dash or a 100-meter sprint, success...

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Jun 153 min read


Analyzing the Phases of the Front Crawl Stroke
The front crawl — commonly referred to as freestyle — is the fastest and most efficient swimming stroke. While it may look simple on the...

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Jun 123 min read
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