Category Archives: Fun

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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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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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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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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Polar Bear Dip: Open Water For The Winter

Posted on December 23, 2011 by Jen Schumacher   |   Jen Schumacher

Swimmers are a different breed when it comes to New Year’s Day. Sure they go out and enjoy themselves the night before, doing all the things they claim they’ll never do again, but for some, New Year’s Day brings with … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving For The Pool

Posted on November 23, 2011 by Jen Schumacher   |   Jen Schumacher

Whether you’re looking for a Thanksgiving morning workout to “earn” that second slice of pumpkin pie or for a day-after workout that will burn off all those extra calories we indulge in on our day of thanks, this workout is … Continue reading →

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US Swimming Nationals: Learn from Watching the Best

Posted on August 3, 2011 by Paul Zaich   |   Paul Zaich

This week the US Senior National Championship are being hosted in Palo Alto, CA and will feature 1800 elite swimmers. In previous years, only those local to the meet had the opportunity to watch these amazing swimmers compete. If you … Continue reading →

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Track your warm-up.

Posted on July 7, 2011 by Paul Zaich   |   Paul Zaich

A good warmup is an essential element of any workout and crucial to success in competition. Studies suggest that 15-20 minutes of low to moderate intensity effort (50%-60% of maximum heart rate) can increase endurance performance by 6% and sprint … Continue reading →

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Warm Down by Heart Rate

Posted on July 6, 2011 by Paul Zaich   |   Paul Zaich

After a big competition or tough practice, many swimmers don’t warm-down enough. They may swim until they feel “loose”, but in reality they probably need to go further. When worked to the max, the muscles need more time to recover … Continue reading →

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