Swimmer’s Shoulder is an umbrella term used to describe several injuries relating to shoulder pain experienced by swimmers. This musculoskeletal condition has a gradual onset due to the repetitive nature…
During cold water swimming, limits are constantly being challenged, but it is always important to put safety first. Being aware of the symptoms of hypothermia in cold water will help you…
If you’re a seasoned swimmer, you’ve likely experienced frustrations with your swimming gear, such as goggles fogging up, water blocking your ears and chafing in unexpected places. Malfunctioning equipment can…
Taking part in open water swimming events can be quite daunting, especially if it's your first one. There are many factors to consider - What will the water temperature be? How…
Gone are the days of rest being the only form of recovery after a hard exercise session or competition. Modern recovery strategies include more active methods such as massage and…
Have you often found that you're constantly tired while training for an event, or not seeing the desired results? The problem may be with your training structure, otherwise known as…
When starting any new activity, your muscles and joints are worked in ways that they aren’t necessarily accustomed to. Swimming is a sport that involves repetitive movements, and over time…
Once you get comfortable swimming in open water, you can start focusing on technique. By practising your swimming technique, you learn to swim smarter, not harder. Correcting your technique will also reduce your…
At the start of an ocean swim, there is often the challenge of swimming through breaking waves, or breakers. Learning how to read the ocean and time the waves will…
A day spent relaxing on the white beaches and cooling off in the ocean can suddenly go wrong if you get caught off-guard by a rip current. Make sure you…