New Easy-to-Use Upload and Video pages on Stroke Lab Update

Posted on February 7, 2012 by Paul Zaich   |   Paul Zaich

Stroke Lab™ now offers new features that make uploading, sharing and coaching videos even easier. Let’s take a look at the new features offered: Public & Private Settings for Videos All videos now offer the option of a public 0r … Continue reading →

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Custom Swimwear: Train in your Style

Posted on February 7, 2012 by FINIS, Inc   |   FINIS, Inc

Stand Out at the Pool New FINIS Custom Swimwear provides you the opportunity to train and compete in your own team colors and designs. Make your own print from scratch, choose your own colors, add your team logo, or let the … Continue reading →

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Keeping Your Training Up While Traveling

Posted on February 3, 2012 by Mallory Mead   |   Mallory Mead

I recently spent time in five different states over a three week period.  While the timing of my travel was very poor, as I am currently one month out from one of the longest marathon swims of my career, I … Continue reading →

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Utilizing the Hydro Hip: A Core Workout

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Jen Schumacher   |   Jen Schumacher

One of the most important components of great freestyle is core strength. A developed core maintains proper body position in the water, keeps us stable, and allows us to use rotation to increase the power of each stroke. For open … Continue reading →

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A Day with Lara Jackson

Posted on January 26, 2012 by Elisa Torres   |   Elisa Torres

Ever wonder what it’s like to be training for a spot on the 2012 Olympic team? From waking up at 6:15 in the morning to taking her dog out for a walk, Pan American Record Holder & FINIS athlete Lara … Continue reading →

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Swimsense® Achieved 100 Million Yards

Posted on January 24, 2012 by FINIS, Inc   |   FINIS, Inc

Joe Jones Logs Landmark Yard Livermore, CA – (January 24, 2012) FINIS, a world leader in technical swimming products that maximize your fitness potential and technique, announces the achievement of Swimsense® (Powered by SportSense® Technologies) performance watch users worldwide, uploading 100 million yards … Continue reading →

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Swimming 101 – Lingo for Newbies

Posted on January 20, 2012 by Mallory Mead   |   Mallory Mead

For many people, the idea of swimming with a Master’s team is a bit daunting.  One of the most common excuses for not joining a Master’s team is “Well I’m not a Master Swimmer!”  I’m here to tell you that … Continue reading →

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How to Keep Your Swim Workouts Fun and Interesting

Posted on January 18, 2012 by Elisa Torres   |   Elisa Torres

If you are new to the world of swimming, you may initially view the sport that as monotonous – a lot of back and forth, up and down the swimming lanes form of exercise. While there is some truth to … Continue reading →

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Preventing Injuries in Swimming

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Elisa Torres   |   Elisa Torres

While swimming is one of the best sports on your joints (compared to running and biking), there are still some precautionary exercises that you should do, along with warning signs of a potential injury to watch out for.  Nothing sets … Continue reading →

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Sighting in Open Water Swimming

Posted on January 11, 2012 by Luane Rowe   |   Luane Rowe

Sighting in open water swimming is one of the most imperative skills to master.  Effective sighting allows you to swim straight and swim the shortest distance possible around the course. The most efficient way to sight is to ‘peek’ your … Continue reading →

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