by Kenny | Mar 12, 2014 | Coaching, Swimming Lessons, Swimming Science
I recently read an article on head position from The Race Club, by Gary Hall Sr., in which Mr. Hall discusses the head position while swimming freestyle. He mentions both looking forward and looking down as being correct, depending on the style of freestyle you might...
by Kenny | Mar 12, 2014 | Swimming Cross Training, Swimming Lessons
This four-day intensive Manhattan Beach Open Water Channel Swimming Clinic by One with the Water, was designed by Coach Mallory Mead to introduce aspiring channel swimmers to the basic skills and knowledge needed to prepare for a channel swim in a small group setting....
by Kenny | Mar 5, 2012 | Swimming Lessons
Competing in an open water swim for the first time, as a stand-alone race or as a portion of a triathlon, can be an intimidating prospect. Here are some general tips to get you started. Brush Up Your Technique: The absolute first thing you should do is get your...
by Kenny | Dec 30, 2011 | Personal Coaching, Swim Coach, Swimming Cross Training, Swimming Lessons
As the 2011 open water season wraps up, it is time to set sights on the 2012 season. Even though most of us will be confined to pool training for the months that lay ahead, it’s never too early to start preparing for the 2012 season. First of all, the onset of...