Funny Swimming Pics

Nathan Adrian(Picture from http://www.ryanseacrest.com/2012/07/30/the-funniest-faces-of-olympic-swimmers-photos/)

(Picture from http://www.thefunnyblog.org/2012/08/05/mom-brought-nutella/)

Yannick Agnel(Picture from http://www.ryanseacrest.com/2012/07/30/the-funniest-faces-of-olympic-swimmers-photos/)

Super-foods for a swimmer

Super-foods are foods that are high in nutrients and alone can supply the daily dietary requirements. Some super-foods that you can eat before and after any training are quinoa seeds, açaí berries, chia seeds, blueberries, bananas, oats and even organic dark chocolate. Although some of these foods are might be hard to find and can be expensive, they will benefit your health and well being. These foods will keep you healthier and provide you more energy for the day.

(Picture from http://thenaturalfoodie.org/spiced-up-salad-debunking-the-superfood-hype/)

Little things make the biggest difference

When a race in swimming is won by up to 0.001 of a second the most minuscule ways to reduce drag are important. Some of these ways are to
- shave your legs
- wear a swim cap
- wear racing bathers
- wear racing goggles
- keep the goggles strap under the cap
- shave the head if possible

When most of these things are done, you will be taking 0.5-1seconds off your time. Remember this may be the difference between you and a national level qualification.

The Perfect Streamline

The key to making a perfect streamline underwater is to be as straight as possible and to reduce drag.
Key ways to reduce drag are to keep your head down,  keep your legs and hands tightly together, suck your belly button towards your spine and push your toes behind you. If this is all completed properly you could possibly shave 1-5 seconds off your time and leave your opponents in your wake. If you combine this with Dolphin Kick (see previous post) you will have one of the best underwater streamlines in the state.

(Picture from Human Kinetics, Photo published in book: 'Developing Swimmers' by Michael Brooks)

Amazing Swimming Pics

Fabio Scozzoli in butterfly                                            

Essentials for a swimming backpack.

Basics and extras you should have in a swimming backpack.


1. Goggles
2. Towel/Towels
3. Bathers (if not already on)

Optional
4. Swim Cap
5 Kick Board
6. Hand Paddles
7. Ear Plug and Nose Clamp
8. Snorkel

Engine Shredskin Medalist Race Bathers Review

A good pair of bathers to introduce you to competitive swimming. A price around $60-$70 it provides  a stretchable, silky material that can, if treated properly can last you for two years. It has a comfy fit which are tight around your legs feeling like skins. These swimmers come in a choice of black or blue with various sizes to fit you. If you have been just introduced into competitive swimming it will fit your needs until you get a higher level pair.

Perfect dive

The dive is a very important factor in your race.
When you are on the block before the "take your marks" is called, stand tall on the block and breathe. On the take your marks, crunch down on the block. Have your more powerful foot forward. Pull yourself down but keep lots of tension in your arms, you are trying to be like a spring. Once the start has sounded and you're in the air be in a streamline position and make your hands enter before your feet. When you are in the water do the dolphin kick action,(see dolphin kick how to). You have completed a perfect dive.

Speedo Opal Swimming Goggles

These goggles are of a good design, they have a good fit and come with a few nose pieces. These goggles have a sleek look and come in many shapes and sizes with a choice of mirrored or clear. The Opal goggles are unlikely to fog in an indoor pool but if you rub the inside of the lenses the goggles will start to fog up. These goggles are priced between $25 - $50 and can be quite expensive at the wrong retailer.

Protein in a Swimmers Life

Protein is a key food source in the diet of a swimmer. Protein is also a key factor in the growth of muscles as it is the building blocks for strong and healthy muscles. Good sources of protein is red meat, bread, milk, eggs and nuts such as almonds, these are not the only foods with a high amount of protein.

There is also a range of protein shakes and bars on the market from the local chemist or health food store. When trying to manage protein you should only eat about half of your body weight (grams) in protein per day.