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How to Design a Personalized Freestyle Training Plan
Freestyle, also known as front crawl, is the foundation stroke for competitive and recreational swimmers alike. But there’s no...

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Apr 113 min read


IM Strength Drills: Building Power for Butterfly, Backstroke, Breaststroke, and Freestyle
The Individual Medley (IM) is the ultimate test of a swimmer's versatility and strength. To excel in IM races, athletes need to develop...

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Apr 103 min read


Butterfly Catch Drills: Improving Stroke Power and Efficiency
The butterfly stroke is known for its graceful rhythm and explosive power — and at the core of that power lies the catch phase . The...

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Apr 103 min read


Backstroke Breathing Efficiency Drills for Distance Swimmers
Backstroke offers a unique advantage: your face is always out of the water. But for distance swimmers , breathing can still become...

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Apr 93 min read


Explosive Push-Off Drills for Faster Breaststroke Starts
A powerful start can make or break your breaststroke race. Whether you're competing in a 50m sprint or pacing a 200m event, the push-off...

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Apr 93 min read


Improving Hip Rotation: Dynamic Freestyle Drills for Better Propulsion
Hip rotation is one of the most underestimated yet essential elements of an efficient freestyle stroke. While arm technique and kicking...

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Apr 93 min read


Creating a Weekly Training Plan for Individual Medley (IM)
The Individual Medley (IM) is one of the most demanding events in competitive swimming. It requires proficiency in all four strokes —...

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Apr 83 min read


How to Balance Technique and Power in Butterfly
Butterfly is often seen as the most challenging stroke in competitive swimming — a perfect blend of rhythm, timing, strength, and...

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Apr 73 min read


Breaststroke Race Strategies for Different Distances
Breaststroke is often described as the most technical of all four competitive strokes. Whether you're sprinting a 50-meter dash or...

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Apr 73 min read


Backstroke Strategy for 50m Races: Sprint Smart, Finish Strong
The 50-meter backstroke is a lightning-fast, high-intensity sprint that demands precision, power, and perfect execution . Unlike longer...

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Apr 63 min read


Breathing Techniques for Front Crawl Sprinting
When it comes to front crawl sprinting, every second — and every breath — counts. Sprint swimming demands explosive power, high stroke...

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Apr 53 min read


Using Swim Toys and Equipment to Enhance Learning
Learning to swim is a fun and rewarding journey, especially when it’s supported with the right tools. Swim toys and equipment aren't just...

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Apr 43 min read


How to Tackle Waves During Open Water Races
Open water swimming presents unique challenges that pool swimmers don’t typically encounter, and one of the biggest obstacles is handling...

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Apr 33 min read


How to Perform the Catch and Pull Phases in Freestyle Swimming
The freestyle stroke is the fastest and most efficient swimming technique, and its power comes largely from the catch and pull phases ....

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Apr 23 min read


How to Use Drills to Improve Backstroke Timing
Backstroke is a unique stroke that requires a precise rhythm between arm movements, leg kicks, and breathing . If your timing is off, you...

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Apr 23 min read


How to Incorporate Dryland Training Into Breaststroke Practice
Breaststroke requires a unique combination of flexibility, strength, coordination, and endurance . While pool workouts are essential,...

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Apr 14 min read


How to Develop a Swimming Routine That Encourages Skill Growth
Swimming is a skill-based sport that requires a combination of technique, endurance, strength, and consistency to see real improvement....

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Apr 13 min read


5 Pool Exercises to Perfect Your Butterfly Breathing
Breathing efficiently in butterfly stroke is one of the biggest challenges swimmers face. Unlike freestyle or backstroke, where breathing...

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Mar 303 min read


Common Backstroke Mistakes and How to Fix Them Yourself
Backstroke is a smooth and efficient swimming style, but it requires proper technique to maximize speed, endurance, and efficiency. Many...

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Mar 293 min read


Self-Taught Freestyle: Tips for Swimming in Pools vs. Open Water
Freestyle is the most efficient and commonly used swimming stroke, whether you're swimming laps in a pool or navigating the vastness of...

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Mar 283 min read
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