Author Archives: Elisa Torres

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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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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Why Swimming is Good For… Surfing Pt. 2

Posted on January 9, 2012 by Elisa Torres   |   Elisa Torres

In a previous blog FINIS Vice President, Tim Elson talked about the benefits of training in a swimming pool for surfers.  As we had promised, we now touch on anaerobic and sprint training and the benefits for surfers. Anaerobic training is … Continue reading →

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Why Swimming is Good For: Surfing Pt. 1

Posted on January 7, 2012 by Elisa Torres   |   Elisa Torres

For the next few months we are going to start a series titled “Why swimming is good for…”. This week FINIS Vice President Tim Elson explains the benefits of training in a swimming pool for those who surf. If you … Continue reading →

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10 Questions with Ultra Swimmer Jamie Patrick

Posted on December 30, 2011 by Elisa Torres   |   Elisa Torres

I was lucky enough some time with the busy Ultra Swimmer, Jamie Patrick for an interview.  If you don’t know much about Jamie, his most recent accomplishment was a 31+ hours, 111-Mile swim in the Sacramento River. Jamie is one … Continue reading →

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6 Tips on Improving your Dolphin Kick

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Elisa Torres   |   Elisa Torres

Butterfly is all about rhythm and flow. One of the best ways to achieve a steady rhythm is by developing your dolphin kick. As a result, dolphin kicking serves as the main fundamental in swimming Butterfly, and mastering the undulating … Continue reading →

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Hydrospeed Velo Tweener Sizes Now Available in 25, 27, 29

Posted on November 11, 2011 by Elisa Torres   |   Elisa Torres

Today we are launching additional sizes of the Hydrospeed Velo Tech Suit as worn by Lara Jackson, winner of the 50-Free at the 2011 PanAm Games. To provide a more custom fit three in-between sizes, 25, 27 and 29 are … Continue reading →

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