With all the attention on the Commonwealth Games at present it is easy to forget that there is a swimming life after Manchester. For 10 of England's games team there won't be time to enjoy the aftermath of the Commonwealth aquatics programme, as they'll leave almost straight from the closing ceremony and … Continue Reading→
On the final day of competition of the Swedish Nationals at the southern coastal Swedish city of Landskrona, Igelstrom destroyed the Swedish and European record in the 100m breaststroke with a brilliant 1:07.27.
The time is the fastest in the world this year, vaulting her past Australia's Leisel Jones, the Olympic and World … Continue Reading→
A bad pun maybe, but trouble with a wisdom tooth may force the Mark Foster to pull out of a tournament in Croatia which is important for his Commonwealth Games build-up. Foster was an "out of sight" winner yet again at the National Swimming Championships in Coventry, but he could be beaten this week … Continue Reading→
It looks certain that Natalie Coughlin (USA) will break the long course 100 backstroke world record of 1:00.16, the question is not 'if' but 'when'. She swam 1:00.19, the third fastest time ever - she already has the second fastest time to her credit - at the Santa Clara International meet.
Spend as much time training your brain as you do your body! The Sports Psychology department at USA Swimming has put together a Mental Toolbox to help you achieve your swimming goals. Included in the toolbox are lessons, self-tests, and more.