We are well into 2023 and there are some excellent swim and triathlon instagram accounts out there that are helping to make people faster and stronger athletes. Whether you need some pointer or inspiration, we have 5 Instagram accounts that are must follow for the 2023 open water and triathlon season. Let’s dive in and see who made the cut!
Read MoreOver the years I have been asked hundreds of questions about marathon swimming. I have compiled a list of the top 10 most commonly asked questions I have received and their answers. If you have a question that I haven’t covered in this post, please ask it in the comments and I will be sure to add it to this post! Hopefully this will get you on your way!
Read MoreNo matter what swim you are working to accomplish, marathon swimming requires careful preparation and planning. This includes not just physical training but also making sure you have all the necessary equipment and supplies for the swim. Here's a fairly comprehensive packing list with some essential tips on packing effectively.
Read MoreMarathon swimming is a challenging sport that pushes athletes to their limits, both physically and mentally. The United States is home to many epic open water locations that offer marathon swimmers the opportunity to showcase their endurance and determination. In this post I will explore the top 10 marathon swims in the United States.
Read MoreMarathon swimming on its face looks like an individual sport but that couldn’t be further from the truth. The success or failure of a swim is high dependent on the support crew that the swimmer puts together and trains. Learn about the attributes that a swimmer should look for when selecting a crew and some thoughts on how to properly train them to make your day a success!
Read MoreOver the years I have been lucky enough to coach and train with many triathletes, I have seen many new triathletes make similar mistakes when training for the swim. In this article I am going to discuss the top 3 mistakes I have seen triathletes make over and over again throughout the years along with how to not fall victim to them. Don’t make these 3 major mistakes!
Read MoreHaving a tried and true nutrition plan is an incredibly important part of any marathon swim. A swimmer’s nutrition plan can literally make or break a their chance at completing a major marathon swim. Learn the 4 steps to help you create your own marathon swim nutrition plan.
Read MoreMasters is for everyone and that is the point of Masters! Masters programs all over the country (1,500 to be exact) bring together roughly 60,000 swimmers of ages 18+ to the pool for a fun and challenging workout. Masters coaches give workouts and execute practice from the pool deck. It’s for all ages ( 18+) and all abilities!
Read MoreIf you’re new to Open Water Swimming, welcome to a very exciting time in your life. You may chose to travel some of the world’s most exotic environments to race and see earth’s beauty in rare form. You could also be a triathlete just looking for that competitive edge on your next Ironman Swim - either way - these 4 drills will help you get better!
Read MorePerhaps no one has ever said that your stroke needs work…And you can totally mitigate your shoulder pain with a few ibuprofens before practice…Besides, you're training to swim a marathon… what you need are miles! Right? So why should you have your swimming stroke analyzed? Here are 3 reasons to get your stroke checked and think technique first in your endurance training!
Read MoreSo, you’re training for a marathon swim, you’ve got a program to stick to and you need to get a long swim in today. You’re nervous…the conditions are questionable and it will likely be cold. You may even be doubting yourself that you can complete the distance, or tolerate the temperature. Here are some things to consider before heading out on your next challenging swim.
Read MoreIf you are a swimmer or triathlete that is new to swimming or structured workouts, then you may look at the swim sets completely confused. Don't worry, it isn't as complicated as it looks. To make matters worse there is no real standardization of how a workout should look. Every coach writes workouts in their own way. This article is designed to teach you how to read basic swim sets so that you go to the pool knowing exactly what you need to do!
Read MoreAt Endurance Swimming, we love challenges and we love ice swimming. Ice swimming is an incredibly dangerous and potentially fatal sport if you don’t know what you are doing and the same holds true even when you do know what you are doing. It is not a challenge to be taken lightly by any means. We asked 4 time Ice Mile swimmer Dorte Lyager AKA TheIcyDicey to give us her best tips to a safer and successful Ice Mile!
Read MoreOver the past two years Instagram has become a great resources for all things swimming and triathlon! There are so many great tips and tricks for technique, dryland activities and workouts available for free. You just need to know where to find them. Here are 5 instagram accounts that we actually follow that will help take your triathlon, pool and open water swimming to the next level!
Read MoreThe 2021 holidays are right around the corner and you might need some ideas for gifts to get that swimmer or triathlete in your life. Don’t worry, we have your back. We have picked 6 gift ideas to help your loved one get better in the water. All the gift ideas here have been vetted extensively by our coaches, so you can trust that these are the right pieces of equipment for the swimmer in your life no matter the skill level. Let’s start shopping!
Read MoreA common misconception that I hear over and over is that triathletes don’t need to work on their kick! Well that is just plain wrong! If you believe that, then I feel sad for you! I have come to the conclusion that many triathletes believe this because kicking is hard to do, it is exhausting and people hate working on things they are bad at! Lets get to work debunking that myth with these killed kick sets!
Read MoreSwimming faster and further means getting stronger, and sustaining greater training volumes, while reducing the risk of injury. A smart dryland strength program can help you develop the force and propulsion for maximum and sub maximum speed, while balancing out opposing musculature and supporting higher volumes of training and repetitive stress.
Read MoreWhen you are new to swimming, it can be confusing to know where to start. Whether you are swimming for triathlon, pool competition or open water competition there are 3 key sessions that you should try to hit each week. Those sessions include a technique session, speed session and endurance or cardio session. The 3 workouts below are designed to help you start your swimming journey no matter what you are training for!
Read MoreTraining the mind is just as, if not more important than training the body! It is for that reason that we teamed up with sports psychologist, Dr. Dave McIntyre , to bring you part 2 of our series on mental skills to enhance your performance no matter your sport! If you haven’t read part 1 yet, please do so and then you will be ready to master the next part of the list! Here are the rest of Dr. McIntyre’s mental skills to improve your mind:
Read MoreMany people believe that excelling in sports is a purely physical journey, but elite athletes know that mental prowess is every bit as important as having a physical edge when it comes to performing at peak levels. Here at Endurance Swimming, we strive to bring you all sorts of different information to help you improve both in and out of the water. It is for that reason that we teamed up with sports psychologist, Dr. Dave McIntyre , to bring you this two part series on mental skills to enhance your performance no matter your sport! Get ready to reach your maximum potential by incorporating Dr. McIntyre’s mental skills into your training! Here we go:
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