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Swimming Advice, Tips and Events
Advice on everything swimming from training to events. Our blogs are packed with the advice you need from beginners on getting started to advice on technique and nutrition for the experienced swimmer
A guide to calculating your swimming pace
Whether you swim professionally or for leisure, tracking your pace is a great way to measure your...
Can You Wear Contacts in the Pool?
Swimming is a widely loved recreational activity in the UK, with 4.7 million...
Who invented the swimming pool? History in Brief
When swimming in the local pool, have you ever wondered about the history of the swimming pool and...
What is a good temperature for lake swimming?
Swimming in a lake can be unbelievably refreshing if the temperature is right. You probably won't...
Why Should You Shower After Swimming in A Lake?
Swimming in a lake can be so refreshing – it’s why you see so many people doing it and it’s become...
Best wetsuits for open water swimming
If you are tempted by the idea of open water swimming but want to be prepared when you enter the...
Freestyle Swimming: 4 Tips for good technique
Swimming is a brilliant cardiovascular exercise that gives all your major muscle groups a good...
Swimming Strokes: Our Guide to Styles and Techniques
What are the 4 Basic Swimming Strokes? There are four main strokes in swimming, some are easier...
Breaststroke Swimming: 3 Tips for good technique
Breaststroke is one of the four main swimming strokes. Having a good breaststroke technique is key...
Weight Loss: Is Swimming Good to Lose Weight?
When looking to lose weight, it is widely accepted that you should combine a mixture of a workable...
How long does it take to swim common distances?
If you've taken up swimming for fitness, it's completely understandable that you want to get a...
FAQs
Here are some common questions about cycling
What kit do I need to take up swimming?
A pair of shorts, trunks or bathing suit is all you need to get started, but if you wanted to expand on this, possibly a pair of goggles and a swimming cap could be added. The beauty of taking up swimming is that it is low-cost, take a look at our swimming kit guide
Do I need to warm up before swimming?
There are no real warm-up exercises for swimming, but doing some stretches and shakes is advisable to loosen up your muscles. Equally, taking the first few laps of the pool at a gentle pace is essential and allows your muscles to get ready, take a look at our other top swimming tips.
Can I get injuries from swimming?
Swimming is not immune from its participants getting injured, swimming injuries are a real possibility if you overexert yourself or your technique is wrong. It is essential to practice your technique and to allow rest periods to be factored into your regime.
Good technique is key to preventing injuries, learning a good breaststroke technique or how to swim freestyle for beginners will help.
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