A 50-meter pool is the standard size used for international competitions, including the Olympics and other major swimming events. Competitive swimmers need a 50-meter pool for practice. This allows them to train in the same environment that they will be competing in, which helps them to get used to the distance and the turns. There…
There are parts of the swimming pool which all swimmers should be familiar with no matter how long they are swimming. These swimming pool markings help them to work themselves up around the pool as well as become aware of some safety measures that should be taken near the pool. Here are the common areas…
Like any other sport, the way we start and finish a race greatly contributes to the final time we clock for the race. In swimming, finishing the stroke properly is not only crucial for efficient swimming but also you can avoid disqualification in competitive races. Remember that different swimming competitions may have specific rules regarding…
If you did not learn to swim when you were young, it won’t be easy. As you grow older you tend to be scared to let yourself free. My mother tried to learn to swim when she was above 45. Here I write about 11 steps to learn swimming for adults who are beginners in…
When we select a swimming club, we usually check the swim coaches and trainers training the swimmers in that pool. These swim coaches usually teach a group of swimmers in batches. We see their profiles and try to understand the certifications they have done but most of the times we are not sure what they…
If you are a competitive swimmer or a swimmer participating in competitions for the first time, there are some things you should keep in mind. Other than swimming fast, you have to swim according to the rules. Swimming is a strict sport and you have to abide by the rules, or face disqualification. Unlike other…
It is very important to master any swimming stroke at an early stage. Making changes to the style of swimming becomes more and more difficult as you grow older. Mastering the swimming stroke at an early stage establishes a solid foundation for advanced swimming skills. Learning the correct technique from the beginning enables swimmers to…
Backstroke may not be one of my favorite strokes, but it is certainly a beautiful stroke. It is the only stroke done on the back and requires excellent body control. Backstroke is a wonderful stroke to watch and if you master it, it can become your favorite. I had always wished I was better at…
The first swimming stroke you learn when you learn to swim is freestyle and one of the most difficult things to master is side breathing. After you learn to float and are able to kick to move forward in the water, you need to learn how to breathe in the water while swimming. You need…
“Fun-filled learning sessions” This is what is written on her website. And that is what exactly Nisha Millet Swimming Academy is all about. Since the age of 6, I have been fortunate enough to be a part of her classes, eagerly waiting for each opportunity to learn under her guidance. This all started in the…
