Did you know your kickboard can come in handy for drills other than kicking? This week’s swim workout includes the sailboat drill, which serves as not only a killer core workout it will also teach you ...

Single-arm drills are the best way to focus on every phase of the stroke, including the pull. The non-swimming arm should be kept at your side to allow and promote torso rotation while performing the ...

Swim freestyle with your head out of the water. Look forward as if you were sighting a buoy or landmark in open water. Keep your head out of the water for the entire 25 to strengthen your neck muscles ...

Welcome to the “FINIS Tip of the Week.” Swimming World will be bringing you a topic that we’ll explore with drills and concepts for you to implement with your team on a regular basis. While certain ...

Swimming isn’t just about cruising through laps—it can be a powerhouse workout for strength, endurance, and cardiovascular health when done with the right techniques. From resistance-based drills to ...

When you are focusing on learning skills and techniques, some of the best places to put them into programming is during a similar activity's rest periods. This is especially true for swimming, ...

Welcome to the “Swim Drill of the Week”. Swimming World will be bringing you a drill, concept, or tip that you can implement with your team on a regular basis. While certain weeks may be more ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." The density of water means you get more resistance from every pull or kick than you would on land, ...

Competitive swimming success isn’t just about endless laps — it’s about structured training, smart tapering, proper fueling, and mental readiness. From resistance-based pool drills to visualization ...

Odds are there’s not a race in your immediate future, but that means this is a great time to work on the little things. While you’re less focused on fitness, give yourself little areas to improve on ...

Practising technique is crucial for efficient swimming. If you’re wasting energy by swimming incorrectly, the chances are you’re losing speed. Drill work – focusing on specific elements of your stroke ...