One simple way to refine your freestyle technique and speed off of the wall is to practice not breathing until you've taken your second stroke. The instinct for all of us after being submerged is to breathe right away. The problem is that taking that breath right away causes us to lose momentum. Breathing on the second stroke allows you to hold your streamlined position for a fraction of a second longer and maintain that momentum you created when you pushed off.
Wetsuits, Worth the Investment There are many good reasons to wear wetsuits during triathlons, even when the water is warm. But there are a few things about wetsuits that everyone should know.
Welcome to Water World Unlike cycling, running and walking, you can't go for a swim from your front door--unless you live on a houseboat or have a really bad plumbing problem. So, where to swim? There are more options than you might think. Here are some suggestions.
Making a Splash At neighborhood pools, the faces around you willstart to look familiar after a short time. These arepeople who share your commitment to living anactive and healthy life.
Still Kickin' Past 50 A feature showcasing dedicated Master's swimmer Jack Geoghegan, excerpted from Swimming Past 50. Piece includes one of Jack's sample workouts.
Fish Fuel Out of the water, nutrition for swimming performance isn't markedly different from nutrition for running, hiking and cycling. You still need sufficient carbohydrates to fuel the workout and to reload in preparation for the next one.
