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Efficiency and consistency. It is the holy grail of sport. In fact, it is the password to most things in life. How do you become a more efficient and consistent swimmer? It is a question, so frequently asked, we’ve dedic... read on »

What do you think are the most important open water skills: the catch, the recovery or head position? These are important skills whether you are swimming in pools or in open water. But no, we are talking about other skills. Open water swim... read on »

Swimming laps in the pool is a great way to stay fit and healthy. But it won’t be sufficient to make you a faster, stronger or more efficient swimmer over time. Variation in your training routine is key and sprinting is the most effective way to im... read on »

The only necessary pieces of equipment for swimming are a swimsuit, a cap and a goggle. If you have any intention to improve your swimming however, some extra tools will definitely come in handy. Looking to improve your technique or to build some strengt... read on »

Are you new to open water swimming or in need of some refreshing? It's extremely important to be safe and confident in open waters. Therefore we created this guide. It will prepare you with the right equipment, safety measures and tools to have the g... read on »

Some people call it impossible, others call it never again. We call it butterfly. Why crawl when you can fly, right?

Swimming is the only sport in which the face is in the water, meaning technique is needed to position yourself to breathe. The moments you can breathe are therefore limited. This complicates swimming especially when you are new to it.... read on »

The 32nd Olympic Games in Tokyo has started and Olympic week is upon us. Once every four years, we get the chance to watch the best athletes from all over the world compete. The Olympic Games of the past are full of breathtaking and unforgettable mo... read on »

A powerful pull-through is a very sought-after skill in freestyle. It’s the skill that makes you go fast. 80% of your speed is determined by it. Luckily, it’s one of the... read on »