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Swimming is all about increasing efficiency and reducing drag so you move through the water like a torpedo. With the right technique, you will swim faster with less effort, which makes it easier to swim longer distances without getting tired. Let’s break down six things you can do to improve your freestyle. But first, let’s explain what it takes to actually get faster in swimming.

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a swimmer swimming in the pool with text that reads 5 tips for better body position in swimming and why it matters so much

Looking to improve your speed and efficiency in the water? Start with proper body position. Here are some ways to improve body position and why it’s so crucial for faster swimming. Click on the link below and get started on swimming with better technique and faster speed.

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a woman swimming in a pool with the words 6 most common freestyle technique makes and how to fix them

Ready to take your freestyle technique to the next level? Here’s a look at the most common freestyle technique errors and some drills and tips to fix them. Click on the link below and take your freestyle swimming to the next level!

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Breaststroke is one of the most technically challenging strokes, and while many swimmers can make it from one end of the pool to the other, their technique typically is not quite right! Check out the five most common breaststroke mistakes we see from swimmers of all levels (yes, even advanced swimmers!) and how to fix them, plus a swim workout to help you improve your technique!

Breaststroke is one of the most technically challenging strokes, and while many swimmers can make it from one end of the pool to the other, their technique typically is not quite right! Check out the five most common breaststroke mistakes we see from swimmers of all levels (yes, even advanced swimmers!) and how to fix

a man swimming under water with the words swim faster in just 5 simple steps

If you want to swim faster, you won’t get results by simply adding a few sprints to each workout. If only it were that easy! In reality, you’re more likely to improve your speed when you consider a variety of factors, including technique, workout intensity and cross-training. Read on for our five-step plan to swim faster. With consistency, we’re confident that you’ll notice improvement in your swimming efficiency and speed over time.

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a man swimming in the pool with text that reads 5 bad swimming habitts that are making you slower

When you swim alone, it’s easy to fall into bad swimming habits. Without a coach on deck calling you out for poor technique or mistakes, you might end up doing things that slow you down and make it tough to reach your goals. No worries! We’re here to help, with a look at the five worst swimming habits that impact your speed and improvement in the water. Read on to learn how to change these habits and swim faster!

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a man in a wet suit running into the ocean with an orange life jacket on

While swimming in a lake, ocean or river, there are no walls to push off from, no lane lines to guide you, and no clear markers of distance. Plus, with waves and strong currents, it can be exhausting! In this guide, we’ll explore the right techniques and mindset to help you swim in open water without getting exhausted, drawing insights from the expertise of Chris Bryan, an international open water swimming expert.

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