Swim Life

In many of my previous articles, I have emphasized the importance of change. You are never going to improve by constantly doing the same things all the time. It is so important to reflect on your past season and think about the things that went great, as well as the things that could have been done ...

By Erin Keaveny, Swimming World Contributor. We're several weeks into the college academic calendar, which for many swimming and diving programs means practice has started in full force. For student-athletes, particularly freshman, adjusting to the rigors of college athletics and academics can be a ...

Racing for Gold: Tips and Tricks for the College Swimming Recruiting Process The nerves wash over you, as you look upon an intimidating field of competitors. This event is one that will change your entire future, with turns and difficult stretches that will surely test you. But with a strong finish,...

Training Pool Bucket List: 8 Unique Pools Around the World The pools we train in are pretty universal. Whether you're indoors or outdoors, they mostly consist of the same things. Picture the pool you train in daily, and I'm going to guess the basics. There's probably a pool deck infested with variou...

For those who are passionate about swimming and drawn to the water, we’ve compiled a collection of unconventional books that offer a refreshing take on the sport. From inspiring memoirs and thrilling stories of open water rescues to feel-good fiction and delicious recipes, these books go beyond the ...

Fun Friday: A Look at 10 Habits and Superstitions Shared By Swimmers Every swimmer has one or more habits, superstitions or rituals that they cannot live without. Some are simple while others are complex and drawn out. Certain ones may only apply to meets, while others could be a daily occurrence. A...

When it comes to transitioning from the pool to the classroom or work, swimmers (and any athlete who spends time in the water) know the importance of comfort and warmth, especially as the weather cools down. Enter UGG boots—an unexpected but perfect companion for swimmers during the fall and back-t...

7 Ways to Become a Happier Swimmer I am a strong believer in the saying that a happy swimmer is a fast swimmer. Every swimmer focuses on getting faster in the pool, but we often forgot to focus on making sure we are truly, genuinely happy. It's unreasonable to constantly be radiating nonstop happine...

11 Things Your Swimming Coach Is Always Yelling By Allison Peters, Swimming World College Intern We all know what it is like to have your swimming coaches yelling at the top of their lungs during practice, trying to get our attention. Here's a few things that you can improve on to reduce some of thi...

Wellness Wednesday: The Importance of Adopting Better Sleep Habits Coaches tell swimmers all the time about things they can do inside and outside the pool to get better. One thing that we always hear is to “sleep more,” especially before important races. After rushing to turn in the last piece of ho...

An Explanation Of How Tech Suits Benefit Swimmers When it comes time to race, many swimmers, especially those racing in high-level competitions, wear specialized knee-length swimsuits known as tech suits. They're everywhere in the swimming world. But how do tech suits work? And do they actually make...

The Future of Swimming: Emerging Trends and What to Expect in the Next Decade As swimming evolves, several trends are set to shape the sport in the next decade. First, data-driven training is revolutionizing performance analysis with AI-powered tools and wearable technology, both providing precise i...

Motivational Monday: 20 Quotes to Provide Inspiration and Help You Through Tough Times In the sport of swimming, setbacks are inevitable. We miss qualifying times, fail to hit that personal best we were aiming for, and have bad days at practice. There’s no question that these things will happen to a...

The 'Why' In Coaching: The Importance Of Providing An Explanation Three minutes into the coach’s monologue on butterfly technique, ninth grader Sam raised his hand and asked, "why?’" “I thought I was a good coach,” says his Middle Atlantic mentor. “I had state-championship teams, high school All-Ame...

Six Ways Swim Parents and Coaches Can Work Together In A Beneficial Manner The coach-parent relationship is critical as athletes work toward improving and achieving their goals. In many cases, this relationship is smooth and proves beneficial. Unfortunately, there are times when parents do not give ...

All sports teach athletes life lessons that they carry with them for the rest of their lives. Swimmers go through experiences that help them learn and grow not only as athletes, but as people, too. The sport of swimming teaches kids at a young age the importance of teamwork, time management, work et...

13 Weird Objects That Have Been Found in the Pool Picture this: you're swimming along during practice minding your own business when suddenly, you become entangled in a web of an unidentified object floating by. You have no idea where it came from and thrash around trying to free yourself from the....

The Next Level: 3 Key Differences Between High School and College Swimming To swim or not to swim? Eventually, every high school-level athlete will face this question sooner or later. And sometimes it can be very difficult to decide what the best course of action might be. Change can be both excitin...

Motivational Monday: Why Do We Do Embrace The Sport of Swimming? There Are Good Reasons Why?  It’s a simple word with a deep meaning. Others may say it to us, and we may say it to ourselves. In the sport of swimming, we are constantly surrounded by the word, “why.”  First, there’s the “why” question...

The Difference Between Aerobic and Anaerobic Workouts For Swimmers The correct management of aerobic and anaerobic sets within a swimmer's training will influence performance. This balance includes sharpening cardiovascular endurance and sprint speed. For instance, sprinters are more anaerobic-orien...