- Buying guidesIf you're just getting into triathlon and open water swimming , or looking to upgrade your existing wetsuit, this guide will help you make an informed decision on what you need and answer some wetsuit FAQs. From choosing between buoyancy level, materials, and cuts, to performance profiles in the water, there is much to consider when choosing a...
- How to guidesAre you thinking about taking your first steps out of the pool and into the open-water? Here's everything you need to know to make sure your transition goes swimmingly, courtesy of our friends at Zone3 . Cold Water Think a swimming pool is cold? Well, the lake or river will be significantly colder. On a positive note, the more you swim outside...
- Buying guidesConfused about the different swimwear designs for men and what they’re for? By the end of this article you’ll know how to tell apart aquashorts from jammers, and briefs from watershorts.
- How to guidesWhatever your sport, swimming is a popular way to cross-train. It works muscle groups you might otherwise neglect, helps with your breathing and it's low impact so it can be a great way to stay active if you're suffering from an injury. We asked Speedo which two basic skills could help you to get the most from your workout. Front-crawl...
- Training guidesYour breathing technique has a huge impact on your success in the water. It’s important to focus on overall kick and pull strength sure, but one of the fastest ways to shave seconds off your time is by improving your breathing technique. We’ve picked some top tips from Speedo’s elite swim coach Fred Vergnoux to help you to enjoy...
- How to guidesThinking about going for a dip? Here's how to prepare for open-water swimming in rivers, lakes and the sea. Open water swimming (OWS) also known as wild swimming is more than a fad. Due to the pandemic and closure of pools, more people than ever have taken to swimming outside. Outdoor Swimmer Magazine's 2021 survey estimates "...
- Buying guidesFinding the right pair of goggles is not always easy. Depending on where you swim, how often and the conditions on the day, there will always be a goggle or range of goggles which would work better for you than others. This guide will help you to make the right choice when buying goggles and allow you to get the most out of your time in the water...
- Buying guidesThere’s a sliding scale in swimwear from leisurely comfort to performance level sleekness.
- Training guidesWhether your usual pool is closed for refurbishment, your car engine has suddenly seized, or your dog is sick and you can’t leave the house, there are still ways to improve your swimming without getting wet. Bruce Lee once scathingly compared foregoing sparring in martial arts training to learning to swim on dry land. But that doesn’t...
- Training guidesYou've perfected your stroke technique. Are you ready for the next steps? Zoggs teamed up with ex-Olympian James Goddard to explain some advanced moves and how you can use training aids to improve your swim. Tumble Turns Change direction in one swift and graceful move and boost your swim by pushing off from the wall. Freestyle Breathing Have...