If you are already lucky enough to have a swimming coach then this page is more for interest than guidance. Our advice would be to listen to your coach, who is probably wise enough to realise the benefit that can be gained from using a Wetronome. You can download our white paper on stroke rate training to see why a Wetronome is a good idea.
If you are just interested in swimming and keen to read what other people have to say on the subject then read on.
Check back from time to time as we help you improve your performance through techniques and hints. Or if you have a helpful tip, please contact us through this site or via an email.
Top 10 Swim Tips
- Use an even stroke rate. A Wetronome will help you to do this. Buy one here.
- Establishing a training routine will help fitness and consequently technique
- Try to relax, being anxious is much more tiring
- When you get tired try even harder to relax and concentrate on your technique
- During the recovery, keep your recovering arm as relaxed as possible
- Try to maintain a smooth and relaxed leg action. This will help to reduce the consumption of valuable energy and oxygen
- Blow bubbles while your face is in the water. This helps expel the carbon dioxide from your lungs and make room for fresh oxygen. Gasping for breath is bad
- The quickest way to improve your technique is to work on short repetitions
- Rest is important, particularly in early sessions. Take lots of rest, keep the distance down, but maintain the pace and technique
- Have a look at Links to more Swimming Technique Tips