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Pre-Race Activation Using a Vasa SwimErg
Vasa Secret Weapon Workout series By Tim Crowley Pre-Race Activation on Vasa SwimErg I discovered this simple and effective pre-race activation workout over several…
Vasa Celebrates 4th Olympic Trials Activation at 2024 AquaZone
By Rob Sleamaker, Owner of Vasa Inc. Thousands of swimming fans “race” 50M Freestyle on Vasa SwimErgs A long line of swimmers and parents…
The Secret Weapon for Quality Dryland Training
by Coach Dee Loose, Hilltop Aquatic Swim Team When I first started coaching swimming, the idea of a quality dryland was to do some…
Building Strength for Open Water with Double Arm Pulling (DAP)
By Tim Crowley Butterfly pulling (double-arm pulling) is excellent for developing strength, endurance, and power. Its benefits transfer very well to the pull phase…
What Are the 4 Major Parts of the Freestyle Swimming Technique?
Freestyle swimming is among the world’s most widely used and well-known swimming strokes. It is a competitive stroke used at various distances in swimming…
10 Essential Workouts for a Successful Triathlon Training Plan
Triathlon is one of the ultimate sports tests of endurance and athleticism. This multi-discipline race consists of a swim, bike, and run. The distance…
10 Advanced Training Techniques for Ironman Triathletes
Ironman triathlons are known for pushing competitors to their limits physically and mentally. Athletes must possess exceptional endurance, strength, and perseverance to excel in…
5 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Swimming the Freestyle Stroke
The freestyle stroke is one of the most commonly used competitive and recreational swimming techniques. While it may seem simple, mastering it takes practice,…
Vasa SwimErg Secret Weapon Workout series
Welcome to our new blog series, Favorite Vasa Secret Weapon Workouts. We’ve asked successful coaches and athletes in the Vasa worldwide community to share…
The Top 4 Most Popular Types of Swimming Strokes Explained
Swimming is not only a great form of exercise, but it is also a fun and refreshing way to cool off during the hot…
What’s the Difference Between a Triathlon and an Ironman?
Regular triathlons and Ironman triathlon races are challenging endurance events that test athletes’ physical abilities, mental toughness, and determination. Both involve swimming, biking, and…
How Do You Train for a Triathlon Swim?
Training for a triathlon can be daunting, especially for beginners and weak swimmers when it comes to the swimming portion of the race. Many…