Swimming Blog

Technique, safety, and training advice from a Miami swim coach.

November 13, 2026

What to Bring to Swim Lessons: A Checklist for Kids, Babies and Adults

A simple, coach-approved checklist of what to bring to swim lessons for babies, kids and adults, plus what to wear, what to leave at home and how to prepare the...

November 11, 2026

Is Swimming Cardio? Aerobic vs Anaerobic Swimming Explained

Yes, swimming is cardio, and it can also be strength work and interval training. Here is when swimming is aerobic or anaerobic, how long to swim, and how to make...

November 9, 2026

How to Teach a Toddler to Swim: A Gentle Guide for Ages 1-3

Toddlers learn to swim through play, trust and repetition. Here is a gentle, step-by-step way to build water comfort and early safety skills with your 1- to 3-y...

November 7, 2026

How to Increase Swimming Endurance: A 6-Week Plan for Adults

Most adults run out of breath in the pool because of technique and pacing, not fitness. Here is how to fix that, plus a simple 6-week plan to swim longer without...

November 5, 2026

How Many Swim Lessons Does a Child Need? A Coach’s Honest Answer

There is no magic number of swim lessons for kids. Here is what decides how long it takes, how often to book lessons, and the skills that tell you your child is...

November 3, 2026

Does Swimming Make You Taller? What the Science Says

Swimming won't change how tall you grow, but it can help kids grow healthy and help anyone stand taller. Here is what really decides height, and why so many swimmers...

November 1, 2026

Can You Swim While Pregnant? Safety by Trimester

For most healthy pregnancies, swimming is one of the safest and most comfortable ways to stay active. Here is what to know about chlorine, lakes, hot tubs and each...

October 31, 2026

Can You Swim with Contacts? Risks and Safer Options

Health agencies advise against swimming in contact lenses because water can carry germs that cause serious eye infections. Here is why, plus safer ways to see clearly...

October 30, 2026

How to Teach Kids to Swim: A Parent’s Step-by-Step Guide

A practical, step-by-step guide for parents on how to teach kids to swim, from first water comfort to floating, kicking, breathing and swimming short distances ...

September 4, 2026

Intermittent Fasting and Swimming: A Beginner’s Guide to Training Without Eating First

What Is Intermittent Fasting? Intermittent fasting (IF) is a time-restricted eating approach that divides your day into two phases: a fasting window (no food) and...

September 1, 2026

Can You Swim with Fibromyalgia? A Gentle Guide to Aquatic Relief

Understanding Fibromyalgia and Why Water Helps Fibromyalgia (FM) is a condition marked by widespread pain, profound fatigue, morning stiffness, and tender points,...

August 28, 2026

How to Train Without Pool Access (Beginner Guide)

Why Dryland Training Works When You Can't Access a Pool Training without pool access is possible through dryland training, which builds the core strength and shoulder...

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