Swimming

swim workouts for weight loss

9 Effective Swim Workouts for Weight Loss (Lose it Easily)

Imagine the moment when you reunite with friends or family after not seeing them for a few months, and they can’t help but notice the radiant glow of health and ...
how does swimming change your body

How Does Swimming Change Your Body? The 7 Scientific Ways

According to the American College of Sports Medicine, all adults should participate in moderate-intensity aerobic activity for about 150 minutes weekly.  This includes activities like jogging, lifting weights, exercise classes, ...
Olympic swimmers swimming quotes

58 Swimming Quotes from Pro Swimmers You Can Learn From

Swimming isn’t easy.  Maybe practice has been challenging. You are tired, stiff, and sore. The water is cold. You’re coming off a bad swim meet. You’ve plateaued in the water, ...
swimming warm up and swimming cool down

Swimming Warm-Up and Cool-Down: The Ultimate Guide

Warmup and cooldown are two essential components of a swimmer’s routine. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned professional, incorporating a swimming warm-up and cool-down is critical for optimal performance, ...
swimmer's body

The Swimmer’s Body: What It Is, Traits, and How to Get It

When you think of a swimmer’s body, you might imagine the tall, broad, and lean physique of a screaming Michael Phelps after the 4x100m freestyle relay as he claims his ...
Swimming open turn

How to Do an Open Turn: the Breaststroke and Butterfly Turn

No matter what kind of swimmer you are: competitive, masters, triathlete, or recreational… Knowing how to successfully complete an open turn is an important skill.  Whether you’re new to swimming ...
swimming starts and dives

How to Perfect Your Swimming Start and Dive (Expert Tips)

Every swimmer knows that a great race begins with a strong start. But how can you ensure that your swimming starts are consistently propelling you onto the podium? In this ...
Do you sweat when you swim

Do You Sweat When You Swim? Here’s What Research Says

It seems like a simple question with an obvious answer, doesn’t it? It shouldn’t be difficult to figure out that swimmers sweat. And really, it’s not. But before you just ...
why does swimming make you hungry and why do swimmers eat so much

Why Does Swimming Make You Hungry? 7 Scientific Reasons

Imagine you’re hopping out of the pool after a hard swimming workout. You’re feeling accomplished. But all of a sudden, an intense feeling of hunger rushes over you, and your ...
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15 Useful Things to Do Before, During, and After Swimming

With an abundance of distractions, knowing what to focus on day in and day out to become a better swimmer is everything. Not being aware of what to do before, ...
Gifts for swimmers

23 Creative Gifts for Swimmers They Will Love to Use

If you are looking for some of the best gifts for swimmers, then you’ve come to the right place. Whether you are a swimmer looking to spoil yourself after smashing ...
butterfly stroke arm movement

3 Phases of the Butterfly Stroke Arm Movement (Technique)

Mastering the butterfly stroke arm movement is a critical part of being able to swim butterfly fast and efficiently. In butterfly, the upper body plays a vital role in generating ...