Swim education - swimfolk

Do Swim Laps Like a Pro

June 18, 2018July 3, 2018 - by Beverly - 2 Comments.

There are a great number of swimmers who can make it easily across the pool, but struggle to do laps. You can do swim laps like a professional in a short amount of time by learning some simple techniques. This article will provide a few easy instructions for strengthening the most important muscle for swimmers – their hearts. Do Swim Laps Like a Pro Philosophy One of the biggest complaints of swimmers who cannot do laps is their breathing. Do you feel tired by the time you get to the other edge of …

Swim education / TRENDING

Free Public Swimming Pools

May 15, 2018May 16, 2018 - by Beverly - Leave a Comment

Free public swimming pools are available in practically every area. On those particularly hot summer days, many cities have adopted a great philosophy dedicated to cooling its population down. Most are easy enough to find too. A quick internet search will assist in locating one nearby. These facilities are equipped with certified lifeguards, security, a cleaning crew, and even free parking in or around these locations. Let’s begin by looking at those in New York City, so we can all go SWIM! FREE SWIMMING POOLS IN NEW YORK CITY Abe Lincoln Outdoor Mini …

Swim education / swimming and dehydration

Are Swimmers Typically Dehydrated?

April 30, 2018May 18, 2018 - by Beverly - 2 Comments.

Are swimmers typically dehydrated? True or False? One would think a statement like this couldn’t possible be true. Given the notion that swimmers are splashing about in relatively large bodies of water, it seems highly unlikely. Yet, swimmers can be dehydrated, despite their surrounding. In fact, some swimmers may be severely suffering and not even aware. What’s the Science of Dehydration? De·hy·dra·tion noun – the loss or removal of water from something. We are three fourths water and cannot survive without it. Our bodies will not function properly unless we consume this liquid and …

Swim education

Is It Safe to Go Swimming with a Tampon?

April 19, 2018April 20, 2018 - by Beverly - Leave a Comment

Is it safe to go swimming with a tampon? The simple answer is, YES! Many girls and women can remember a hot day when everyone else jumped in the water without them. They didn’t have their periods! Remember being afraid that everyone would find out? Leaving a trail of bodily fluids in the pool, lake, ocean, etc., can make one greatly concerned, and rightly so. Now, how do you protect yourself against that potential nightmare on a day that should be filled with FUN? The Truth About Menstruating in Water Menstruation is a …

Accesories / snorkeling / Swim education

Powerbreather Snorkel Review – What’s so great about it?

March 24, 2018May 18, 2018 - by Beverly - Leave a Comment

Those who snorkel know the drill. Grab an eyes and nose mask, a breathing tube, fins and a life vest, clamp their teeth on the breathing apparatus and wrap their lips around mouth piece to create a tight seal. Then put on the mask to protect your eyes and prevent water from getting into the nostrils. Then jump in the water. While in the water, inhale and exhale via your mouth through the tube. SIMPLE! Along comes this new product, Powerbreather Snorkel, with a brand new way of doing what many of us …

Swim education / swimming technique

Swimming Terms Dictionary

February 24, 2018May 18, 2018 - by Beverly - Leave a Comment

Swimmers have a language all their own. It can be a bit confusing for those who are just starting out. Please find some of the terms, phrases, words used in the swimming world and their definitions. Examples are given to each with a Click Here link. Back Stroke is accomplished with the swimmer lying face up in the water. Swimmer does a Flutter Kick just below the surface of the water while alternating arms in a sweeping motion from swimmer’s hips then up and forward extending pass swimmer’s head. Swimmer breathes naturally in …

Accesories / Swim Compression Wear / Swim education

Swim Compression Wear – Benefits Are Not Obvious

February 3, 2018May 18, 2018 - by Beverly - 7 Comments.

What is Swim Compression Wear? If you’ve never heard of it, Swim Compression Wear is an assortment of form-fitting articles of clothing that purport to enhance an athlete’s workout performance, including their warm-up and recovery time. Some specific attributes of wearing these garments include, but are not limited to, stabilizing joints, wicking sweat from the body (prevents chafing, rashes), relieving muscle and joint pain from stiffness and soreness, and preventing muscle strain by keeping them warm. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/…Those are some very BIG claims! Especially because some of these garments are made of particular fiber …

fevers and swimming / Swim education

Fevers After Swimming – What Causes Them?

January 20, 2018April 10, 2018 - by Beverly - 7 Comments.

Complaints of getting a fever after swimming can be dramatic and confusing. Exiting a pool in shivers, is not at all what one expects. Firstly, there may be many reasons for this occurrence and pinpointing exactly to what degree one has a fever and why one has a fever is crucial. In cases of high fevers, with temperatures reaching 103 F (39.4 C) or greater, consult your physician immediately! And, even though, there are many over the counter medications for fevers, knowing the underlying cause of the fever will help in identifying proper …

strength training / Swim education / Swimming and Technology

Vasa Trainer Pro Review – Can it Increase Swim Speed?

January 16, 2018May 18, 2018 - by Beverly - 8 Comments.

Vasa Trainer Pro & Swim Training Bench Product Description If an exercise machine can help with increasing swimming speed and endurance, wouldn’t it be worth a try? We sure think so here at Swimfolk! The Vasa Trainer Pro is an exercise machine that is specific in targeting muscular strength, balancing, coordination and core power, together with increasing speed and endurance. It works by using one’s own body weight for resistance, making it ideal for safely developing one’s natural form. It’s 64 pounds and made of aluminum monorail and epoxy-coated steel, strong enough to …

Floating Technique / Swim education

Floating in Water Techniques

January 5, 2018May 19, 2018 - by Beverly - 9 Comments.

One of the most asked questions in swimming is, “Why can’t I float in water?” And, obtaining the answer can seem like a confusing mystery, especially when some people just jump in water and tread without moving a muscle. While others splash about, arms and legs moving rapidly, just to keep their heads above water. Then, we find out that much of this is due to the differences in our physiology. How annoying to think that some people are built in such a way that makes them better floaters than others. Truth is, …