Body composition is crucial for athletic performance, particularly in swimming, a sport that demands high physicality. Elite swimmers' physical makeup is extensively studied due to its strong correlation with water performance. Measurements such as body mass, height, skinfolds, and lean mass index (LMI) are used for analysis.
Read MoreYour heart and lungs are conditioned, and your muscles are strong and powerful, but they may not be the most important organs to your success as an athlete. The power of the mind cannot be understated, especially when it comes to performance. For athletes preparing for a significant event, mental preparation is just as crucial as physical training. Visualization exercises, rooted in sports psychology practices, meditation, mantra, and envisioning positive outcomes, have become essential tools for athletes aiming to achieve peak performance. This article delves into the world of visualization exercises and how they can make a difference for athletes on the big stage.
Read MoreWhat should a swimmer focus on building: strength, hypertrophy, or both? And how should time be allocated? Let's explore this topic and discover how weight training can complement your swimming performance
Read MoreIncorporating resistance training into a swimmer’s program can significantly enhance performance and reduce injury risk. Most swimmers benefit from 2-3 weightlifting sessions weekly, lasting 30-60 minutes, especially in the off and pre-season. These sessions should focus on compound movements like deadlifts, squats, and swim-specific exercises to build strength and power. But how often should you lift weights, and what exercises are best?
Read MoreDive into the world of swim technique enhancement. Learn how to capture underwater footage, analyze it frame by frame, and receive expert feedback. Discover the right equipment and techniques to improve your swimming skills. Book your swim analysis session for personalized guidance to help you reach your swimming goals.
Read MoreCurious about using a snorkel for swim training? Discover why a center-mount snorkel is a must-have piece of equipment in your swim bag. From enhancing your technique and breathing to improving your streamline and pace, the benefits are vast for swimmers of all levels. Ever wondered, do you have to know how to swim to snorkel? While swimming skills help, a snorkel can make training easier and more efficient. Learn how it simplifies breathing, allowing you to focus on your stroke, and find out what to look for when choosing one. Watch the video and dive in to improve your technique.
Read MoreIf you want to close the gap with stronger swimmers, it’s time to train like one. In this article, I break down the 3 most important pool skills every triathlete needs to improve efficiency, reduce drag, and build speed that translates to race day. Whether you're new to the sport or chasing elite performance, mastering streamlines, flip turns, and speed-focused swim sets will give you the edge. These aren’t just swim workouts—they’re high-impact skills that elevate your entire triathlon performance.
Read MoreWhether you’re a coach, a client, or workout enthusiast, for many of us, the gyms are closed, and we’re stuck at home. Limited space and equipment access may leave you wondering how you can continue to stay in shape in a challenging and productive way that’s aligned with your goals. Keep reading for my 5 favorite home training products, and ways you can modify the same exercises you typically do in the gym, at home or outside, with a coach, or on your own.
Read MoreThe Bunkie test is a functional endurance test to help identify functional stability, endurance, and control through some of the common fascial lines. It’s a series of 5 exercises, performed bilaterally (both sides). Its a simple test for identifying weak links in your ability to efficiency coordinate multiple muscles linked in a kinetic chain associated with particular movement patterns, and can help you identify weak links and patterns to program more specifically for your needs.
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