When to Use Swim Paddles
Welcome back! Today, I woke up feeling like I needed to put some thoughts to rest and give y’all another progression on when it’s appropriate to start using swim paddles. We wrote a blog not too long ago about pull buoys and when it was appropriate for swimmers to start using those, so let’s dissect […]
Why Do You Need a Swim Buoy for Open Water Swimming?
Not many experiences can rival open-water swimming. It’s just you and endless horizons of water and fresh air. Unless you participate in a triathlon, there will be no crowd. Therefore, it is an activity that will not only allow you to spend all the calories you consume throughout the day, but you can also have […]
Open Water Swimming Safety: What are the Essential Items?
Open water swimming is one of the most interesting disciplines when discussing water sports. As with any other discipline, it has its string of challenges. However, when you compare it to some other similar disciplines, that list is significantly longer. Athletes must endure numerous challenges, like underwater obstacles, waves, low temperatures, undertows, and drop-offs. Awareness […]
6 Tips on How to Conquer Fear of Open Water Swimming
Extreme fear of water is one of the commonest ones out there. So, people who have this sort of fear should know that they are not alone. Several studies have shown that little over 14 million people worldwide don’t feel comfortable in the water. However, staying out of the water means you will miss a […]
WHY Underwater Video Analysis Is Your Most Important Tool
Here at Swim Like A. Fish, we are FOUNDED on the importance of effective and impactful stroke analysis. We have spent years of our lives working with swimmers one-on-one to get their stroke better, and get their swimming FASTER. The reason why one-on-one stroke analysis is so great? There’s no QUICKER way to get a […]
Fastest Style of Backstroke Finish
I’ve had this blog on my mind for a while now, basically ever since the Justin Ress Backstroke Disqualification Overturn from World Championships. Justin’s finish caused a lot of buzz on the internet, because quite frankly – it went against the rules. My goal today is to help better categorize the styles of Backstroke Finishes […]
[Short-List]: USA Swimming’s Competitive Swimming Levels Explained!
The world of competitive swimming has changed a lot over the last 20 years, and now – there are multiple new levels of competition here in the United States. Some of these new levels have been added as recently as the last 5 years! And I KNOW, I am not the only coach out there […]
Winning At A Swimmer’s Meal Plan
My mom sat across from me while I barely looked up from my food. I was 14, had just gotten back from practice, and had the post-killer workout ache in my belly that only a swimmer can truly know. It felt like there wasn’t enough food under the sun to return me back to normal. […]
4 Reasons Why a Competitive Swimmer Should Know How to Swim Elementary Backstroke!
Teaching a child how to swim Elementary Backstroke has a few concepts and skills that help them quickly pick up aspects of other strokes. This is also a useful point of reference for coaches. In today’s post, we can plan to discuss what Elementary Backstroke is – plus – 4 ways you can connect the […]
Why is my Breaststroke Slow?
I often hear, “Why is my Breaststroke Slow?” Breaststroke often gets a bad rap for being the SLOWEST Olympic Stroke. Still, the reality is that time-wise, yes, Breaststroke is the slowest Olympic Stroke, but regarding the effort required and power produced – one could argue that Breaststroke is the hardest and most technical stroke to […]
How Swimming Can Help With Foot Conditions:
10 Medical Feet Conditions Where Swimming Helps Swimming is often thought of as a low-impact activity that is great for people of all ages, sizes, and fitness levels. While it’s true that swimming is a fantastic workout option for those with certain health conditions or injuries, the health benefits of this type of exercise go […]
Best Swim Training Fins Categorized By Age
If you’ve read the title, you know exactly why you’re here. I’ve had this blog in mind for a while now, as I have never found a resource that does a great job describing what size training fin a swimmer should wear throughout their competitive swimming journey. There are so many different styles of fins […]