Gary Hall, Swimming Myths Debunked (5)
Ten Swimming Myths Busted Myth #5. The reason we pull freestyle underwater with a high elbow is to increase the surface area of our arm. In case you hadn’t noticed, I am preaching high elbows a lot....
View ArticleLaurie Hug: How I Use the FINIS Circuit Trainer
This season we purchased a FINIS Circuit Trainer for use in our dryland circuits. It can be set for work and rest intervals along with the number of reps to be performed. This makes it much easier to...
View ArticleGary Hall: Swimming Myths Debunked (8)
Ten Swimming Myths Busted Myth #8: When it comes to getting oxygen in freestyle, breathing every cycle is as good as it gets. In almost every other sport but swimming we get the luxury of breathing...
View ArticleFINIS “Why Swim” video
Why swim? We all make the trip to the pool for a slightly different reason. Whether you swim for fitness or to escape, we all agree that there is something special about the water. No other sport will...
View ArticleGary Hall: Swimming Myths Debunked (9)
Ten Swimming Myths Busted Myth #9: All swimming drills are good for you. I am a big believer in doing drills. In fact, if more swimmers spent a little more time doing drills and not worry so much about...
View ArticleKristi Johnson: Training for Open Water
For any triathlete, the open water swim can be somewhat scary. There is no black line to follow at the bottom of the lake or the ocean. The water is not crystal clear but rather dark and ominous. More...
View ArticleHow to: FINIS Hand Paddles
Most swimmers and coaches find a use for their paddles almost every day. Until recently, there were fewer variations of style one could choose when purchasing their equipment. FINIS has released a...
View ArticleVIDEO: Craig Dietz swims Sharkfest
Craig Dietz swims from Alcatraz Island into Aquatic Park, through the San Francisco Bay. About: “Dietz was born without limbs, but embodies effort and positivity. In a message that hits every...
View ArticleThe Race Club: Nuances of an Elite Sprinter
The Quest to Hydroplane: Nuances of an Elite Sprinter Watching fast swimmers do freestyle is a thing of beauty. It looks easy but it is not. Hard and sustained training is an integral part of that...
View ArticleWendy Boglioli: The Alignment Kickboard
If you like gear that makes things easier, then the FINIS Alignment Kickboard might not be right for you. But if you’re the type who craves improvement and knows it doesn’t come easy, then this piece...
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