Mirrored Swim Goggles: Light vs Dark Lenses for Indoor and Outdoor Swimming

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Mirrored Swim Goggles: Light vs Dark Lenses for Indoor and Outdoor Swimming

Mirrored swim goggles aren’t just about style or sunny days—they’re about visual control.
Many swimmers choose goggles based on whether they’re mirrored or clear, but the real difference comes down to lens darkness. Light mirrored lenses can be perfect for indoor pools with harsh lighting, while dark mirrored lenses shine outdoors under strong sun. Once you understand how tint and mirror coatings work together, choosing the right goggles becomes simple—and your eyes stay relaxed, focused, and race-ready in any environment.

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How to Practice Swimming Without a Pool

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How to Practice Swimming Without a Pool

You don’t need a pool to keep improving. With the right at-home approach, you can practice swimming by sharpening your breathing, kick control, posture, and strength on land. These dryland swimming practice drills help you stay ready, stay connected to your stroke, and return to the water faster and more confident.

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How to Keep Goggles from Fogging Up: Proven Swimmer Tips

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How to Keep Goggles from Fogging Up: Proven Swimmer Tips

Foggy goggles can wreck your focus and performance—especially when every turn, sprint, and breath counts. As a swim coach, I’ve seen how something as small as fog can cost big in the water. In this guide, I share the exact swimmer-tested methods I recommend to my athletes—from baby shampoo hacks to the gear habits that keep goggles crystal clear. Whether you’re training for your next meet or grinding through tough sets, these tips will help you stay sharp, confident, and fog-free. You’ve put in the work—now let’s make sure you can see it.

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Vasa Trainer Pro Workouts: How to Boost Swim Strength and Endurance

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Vasa Trainer Pro Workouts: How to Boost Swim Strength and Endurance

Struggling with swim endurance and strength? The Vasa Trainer Pro is the ultimate dryland tool to boost power, technique, and stamina outside the pool. In this guide, I’ll share proven Vasa Trainer workouts that I use with my athletes to develop swim-specific strength, improve efficiency, and build lasting endurance. Whether you're a competitive swimmer, triathlete, or fitness enthusiast, these structured workouts will help you train smarter. Plus, I’ll cover common mistakes to avoid and the best programming strategies for maximum results. Start training smarter today! Read more.

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Best Swim Lap Counter Devices for Swimmers

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Best Swim Lap Counter Devices for Swimmers

Lost in the rhythm of your stroke, have you ever suddenly blanked on your lap count? You're not alone. As a swim coach, I've seen this mental hiccup affect everyone from beginners to elite competitors. When you're focused on technique, breathing, and pace, your brain shouldn't waste energy on counting. A quality swim lap counter doesn't just track numbers—it liberates your mind to concentrate on what truly matters: becoming a stronger, more efficient swimmer.

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Holiday Gift Guide: Best Gifts for Swimmers

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Holiday Gift Guide: Best Gifts for Swimmers

Looking for the perfect gift for the swimmer in your life? I am grateful to work with these companies, and could not coach or train the way I do without them. Read why these four brands and products are indispensable in my training, and take advantage of some exclusive discounts as part of the Train Daly community. Happy Holidays!

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The Ultimate Home Gym: Strength and Conditioning for Endurance Athletes

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The Ultimate Home Gym: Strength and Conditioning for Endurance Athletes

Endurance athletes know that strength training is an integral part of their training regimen. It not only helps improve overall performance but also reduces the risk of injury. With the convenience of home workouts on the rise, having the right equipment can make a world of difference. In this blog post, we'll explore a comprehensive list of home strength training equipment tailored specifically for endurance athletes. From hex bars to TRX systems, we've got you covered!

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