Active.com Swimming Articles

How to Train the High Elbow Catch in Swimming

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Grab hold of more water with every stroke: Here, triathlon coach Marc Evans outlines the keys to a more efficient catch and provides a workout to get you started.

Why Swim Pace Is Important

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Triathletes often have one speed in the pool: fast. But pacing is just as important in the water as it is on the land.

Swimming Technique: 7 Ways to Improve Your Form

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Have you been training your swim like a triathlete, concerned with intensity and volume? Instead, you need to train like a six-year-old, learning the basics of proper technique. Here's how to get started.

Why You Should Embrace Your Slow Swim Times

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

After 45 years of competitive swimming, Total Immersion coach Terry Laughlin logged his slowest 1000-yard swim time yet. Find out why he's not worried.

How to Add Propulsion to Your Stroke

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

In this swim clinic video, Janus Javier, of Total Immersion shares his fundamentals of the perfect stroke and what you can do with your hands to boost your power in the water.

Drills to Improve Your Swimming

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Looking to improve your technique in the pool? Here is a collection of swimming drills to add to your workouts.

Open Water Swimming Tips and Training

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Whether you're stepping out of the pool for the first time or a seasoned open water racer, check out these tips and training articles to improve your swims and make the experience enjoyable and safe.

10 Swimming Tips for Beginners

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Whether swimming is your new passion or a necessity for your triathlon addiction, here are 10 tips that will help you when training and racing in the water.

7 Steps to Successful Swimming

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Record-breaking Olympian Michael Phelps and swimming guru Terry Laughlin teach you how to swim like the pros.

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10 Elements of a Perfect Freestyle Stroke - Part 1

Whether you're winding down your summer swimming or gearing up for the fall season, taking time to focus on your freestyle technique is vital to continued improvement.

Common Freestyle Flaws and How to Fix Them

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Regardless of your level of proficiency in the water, there's always room for improvement, so even the most talented swimmers can improve by continually tweaking and refining their strokes.

10 Steps to Improving Your Triathlon Swim

Swimming is a technical sport and it's hard to remember all the little things that are supposed to help you. Narrow your focus with these top 10 essential elements of a good stroke.

Dave Scott's Guide to Efficient Swimming

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Feel like your swimming form could use improvement? Six-time Ironman world champion Dave Scott shares his techniques for increasing efficiency and maximizing performance with your swim stroke.

2 Top Swim Workouts for Triathletes

Following are two swimming workouts geared specifically to triathletes. The first incorporates a drafting exercise into an aerobic base workout. The second utilizes negative-splits to practice metering energy levels.

How to Swim Faster

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Find out the real formula for swimming speed, and how to apply it to your workouts.

Avoiding Shoulder Swimming Injuries

Swimming is, by most standards, not a sport associated with high risk of injury. It does however have its own set of challenges. By far the biggest source of swimming injuries is in the shoulder.

Balance Your Blades: 3 Corrective Shoulder Exercises

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

For swimmers, shoulder pain isn't always cured by spending time away from the pool. Strengthen and balance your shoulders with these exercises.

Exercises to Prevent Swimmer's Shoulder

8 Ice Bath Dos and Don'ts

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

For those wanting to take the cold road to injury prevention, here are eight tips for a safe and effective ice bath.