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May 5, 2026

Swimming After Cancer Treatment: Benefits, Precautions, and How to Get Started

Why Swimming is Ideal for Cancer Survivors Water-based activity offers a gentle way for survivors to rebuild strength and well-being in a supportive environment....

May 1, 2026

Marathon Swimming Training: Beginner’s Guide to Your First Long-Distance Open Water Swim

What Is Marathon Swimming and Why Try a 10km Swim? A marathon swim is defined as any open water event that is at least 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) in length. If you...

April 28, 2026

Swim Taper: What It Is, How Long It Lasts, and Your Week-Before-Race Plan

What Is Swim Taper and Why Does It Matter? A swim taper is a deliberate reduction in training volume after a period of hard training, designed to help you feel...

April 24, 2026

Drag Suit Swimming Training: What It Is and Why Elite Swimmers Use It

What Is a Drag Suit? Drag suit swimming training involves wearing a drag suit (worn over a regular suit), which is a baggy, loose-fitting swimsuit designed to create...

April 21, 2026

Swimming After Giving Birth: Postpartum Guidelines and Safe Timelines

Why Wait to Swim Postpartum? Understanding the Risks Swimming after giving birth feels exciting, but many clinicians recommend waiting a few weeks to let your body...

April 17, 2026

How to Breathe When Swimming: Fix Common Beginner Mistakes

TL;DR: Master the main rule: exhale underwater (blow bubbles) before your next breath. Use the key cue: turn, don't lift; one goggle in, one goggle...

April 14, 2026

Can You Swim with Contact Lenses? Risks and Better Alternatives

Why Swimming with Contact Lenses Is Risky Wearing contact lenses while swimming carries significant risks. Water—whether from a pool, ocean, or lake—contains harmful...

April 10, 2026

How to Choose a Swim Coach: What to Look For and Red Flags to Avoid

Why Choosing the Right Swim Coach Matters for Beginners If you're wondering how to choose a swim coach, start by understanding why this decision shapes your...

April 7, 2026

Swimming with Scoliosis: Is It Safe and Which Strokes Are Best?

What Is Scoliosis and Why Consider Swimming? Scoliosis is a structural sideways spinal curve, often in a C- or S-shape, that can be progressive, especially during...

April 3, 2026

Lap Swimming Etiquette: Master Circle Swimming, Passing, and Lane Sharing

Choose the Right Lane for Your Speed Lap swimming etiquette starts with choosing the right lane for your speed—this reduces constant passing and keeps everyone...

March 31, 2026

Does Swimming Burn Stomach Fat? (Yes, Here’s How for Beginners)

Why Swimming Helps Reduce Belly Fat Yes, swimming can help reduce stomach/belly fat through overall fat loss—not by targeting the belly specifically. You cannot...

March 27, 2026

Is Swimming While Pregnant Safe? A Complete Guide to Benefits, Modifications & Trimester Tips

Why Swimming Is One of the Safest & Best Exercises During Pregnancy Swimming while pregnant is generally safe and highly recommended for most women, aligning...

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