Swimming Advice
How to Choose the Right Goggles for Your Swim
After years of running a swimming club, I’ve seen how the right goggles can transform a swimmer’s confidence and how the wrong ones can turn every session into a struggle. From juniors just starting out to committed club swimmers, this guide explains how to choose goggles that actually fit, stay comfortable, and work in real pool conditions.
How to Choose the Right Goggles for Your Swim
After years of running a swimming club, I’ve seen how the right goggles can transform a swimmer’s confidence and how the wrong ones can turn every session into a struggle....
How Long Does It Take to Become a Confident Swi...
If you’ve ever clung to the lane rope wondering how long it takes to feel like you belong in the pool, this guide is for you. We’ll look at a realistic timeline for adult beginners, plus simple ways to build breathing, endurance and confidence.
How Long Does It Take to Become a Confident Swimmer?
If you’ve ever clung to the lane rope wondering how long it takes to feel like you belong in the pool, this guide is for you. We’ll look at a...
Why Your Goggles Fog (and the Best Fixes That R...
Foggy goggles can turn a good session into a frustrating one fast. The good news? Most fogging comes down to simple physics and a few easy habits that protect your lenses for the long haul. In this guide, we’ll break down why goggles fog, how to stop it properly (not just for one swim), and the anti-fog fixes that actually last, including when it might be time to upgrade to a fresh pair.
Why Your Goggles Fog (and the Best Fixes That Really Last)
Foggy goggles can turn a good session into a frustrating one fast. The good news? Most fogging comes down to simple physics and a few easy habits that protect your...
Preparing for My Next Competition in the 200m F...
Three weeks out from a meet, the nerves are already humming and that’s normal. This guide breaks down how to prepare for a 200m freestyle without burning out: what to do in race week, how to calm pre-race anxiety, what to eat, how to warm up, and the simple cues that carry you through the last 50.
Preparing for My Next Competition in the 200m Freestyle
Three weeks out from a meet, the nerves are already humming and that’s normal. This guide breaks down how to prepare for a 200m freestyle without burning out: what to...
What Are the 6 Essential Swimming Skills? A Beg...
Get confident in the water faster with the six essential swimming skills every beginner needs. From breathing control to body position and coordination, discover the simple steps that transform anxious starters into smooth, controlled swimmers.
What Are the 6 Essential Swimming Skills? A Beginner's Guide from a Swim Coach
Get confident in the water faster with the six essential swimming skills every beginner needs. From breathing control to body position and coordination, discover the simple steps that transform anxious...
Is Swimming 30 Minutes a Day Enough Exercise?
Wondering if 30 minutes of swimming is enough for fitness? Learn what health benefits you can expect, how swimming builds muscle tone versus endurance, and get the truth about common swimming fitness myths.
Is Swimming 30 Minutes a Day Enough Exercise?
Wondering if 30 minutes of swimming is enough for fitness? Learn what health benefits you can expect, how swimming builds muscle tone versus endurance, and get the truth about common...