Improve Your Backstroke Speed: Technique & Power Tips

QuestionHello, I compete in a summer swim team. And I just had a question on how to make my backstroke faster! When I practice the backstroke i go at a mo

Is Swimming Right for You? A Duathlete's Perspective

QuestionHi there, I have been training for a duathlon for a couple of months now, but I am still fairly far from my goal - ie I could complete one but not

100 Freestyle Sprint Strategy: Optimize Your Race

Questionhello. im a sprinter in high school. i was wondering in the 100 freestyle if its best to sprint the first 25 and then back off and save the rest fo

Pool Maintenance: Understanding Chlorine & Bromine Feeder Use

QuestionThanks for getting back to me.   We had a pool company come out.  We have an automatice Chlorine or Bromine feeder and they showed u

Knee Swelling After Swimming: Causes, Risks & When to See a Doctor

QuestionI experience a swell at my right knee after much flutter kicks. It goes out with time. But, it swells again after a couple of days (I didnt go to t

Understanding Proper Finning Technique for Swim Lessons

QuestionI am teaching swim lessons at our pool.  What of the objectives is understand the method of finning.  I believe it something to with keep

Breaststroke Tips for Strong Swimmers: Utilizing Upper Body Power

Question I need help with my brest do you have any tips? I dont know if this helps but i am great at free and fly.   AnswerKnowing that you are great

Learn to Swim: A Beginner's Guide for Religious Observance & Fitness

QuestionHi , How are you ... Im from Syria : I have to learn swimming , because Im Muslim ! Our prophet Mohammad (Peace be upon him) said : ( Teach your

Best Swimming Stroke for Shoulder & Glute Engagement: Freestyle vs. Others

QuestionWhich swimming style works the shoulder and butt muscles best? Is it freestyle, breaststroke or butterfly or some others? AnswerShawn, Now that is

Can Swimming Help Manage Asthma? Expert Insights

QuestionHi, I have a lot of breathing problem. I was advised by doctors to go for swimming to get out of Asthamatic problem. Is it true? AnswerHi NR... Y

Overcoming Fear of Swimming: Tips for Anxiety in the Water

QuestionHi,Whenever Im in the water I get a little apprehensive because Im not a good swimmer. Whenever I try to swim or tread water it feels as if I cant

Breaststroke Diving Techniques for GCSE PE - A Guide

Questionhi, i need to know the techniques for diving for my pe gcses!!! i was wondering if you could tell me them and the techiques for diving when doing b

Overcoming Breathing Difficulties in Swimming for Triathlon Training

QuestionHi George, Thank you for your time with this website - this is great.   I am new/beginning swimmer trying to train for some future triathlons

Returning to Swimming After a Break: A Realistic Timeline

QuestionI was unable to swim summer this year, so I have been out of the water for 5 months now.....how long will it take me to get back to where I was bef

Returning to Competitive Swimming After Bursitis: Tips for Recovery

QuestionHi- my name is Meighan and I am 15 years old. I recently developed burcitus in both of my shoulders due to an impingement and have taken 2 years of

Ideal Body Type & Skills for 12-Year-Old Swimmers | Expert Advice

QuestionDear Liam, 1. What is the best body size (height and weight) for a 12 year old swimmer? 2. What skills do you need to have to be on a school swim

Olympic Diving Pool Depth: Athens, Greece - Information & Estimates

QuestionHow deep is the aquatic center pool used for the olympic games in Athens Greece? (the one that is used for high diving?) AnswerAngel, This really

Can You Jump Into a Pool If You Can Tread Water?

QuestionI cant swim but I can tread water. Is it okay for me to jump into a pool? Answerd-- Swimming and competitive swimming are two different things. &n

Front Crawl & Breaststroke Technique Tips from a Swimming Expert

QuestionHi George i was hoping you could give me some advice on correct technique on front crawl and breast stroke. Regards Ari AnswerAri- Without seeing

Overcoming Swimming Plateau: Workout Strategies & Improvement Tips

Questionhello sir i want to ask you that if any boy or girl stop improving after some specific time then what workout should be gave to them or any other