When it comes to enjoying your swim, whether you're in a pool, competing in a triathlon, or exploring underwater wonders, there’s nothing more frustrating than fogged-up goggles. Enter Snake & Pig Goggles, the perfect blend of innovation, comfort, and functionality. These goggles not only offer premium clarity, but they also...
Comparing Katie Ledecky’s Just Add Water and Becca Mann’s Outside the Lanes
Swimming is more than just a sport—it’s a way of life, a test of endurance, and often a deeply personal journey. Books about swimming offer a glimpse into the mental, physical, and emotional landscapes of elite athletes. Two recent memoirs, Katie Ledecky's "Just Add Water" and Becca Mann’s "Outside the...
Conquering Mackinac Island: My 8.3-Mile Swim Adventure
At 7 a.m., standing on the shore with fellow swimmers, the sky just waking up, I felt an electric mix of excitement and nerves. This was it—8.2 miles (or 8.3 in my case, because hey, overachiever, right?) around Mackinac Island. It was a swim I dreamed of, and suddenly, it...
Managing Shoulder Pain from Swimming
Swimming is an essential part of any triathlete’s training and race day experience, but it can sometimes lead to shoulder pain that disrupts progress and performance. If you’ve been experiencing discomfort during or after your swim sessions, you’re not alone. Shoulder injuries, particularly swimmer’s shoulder, are one of the most common...
Maggie Fischer Memorial Cross Bay Swim Recap
Today, I participated in the Maggie Fischer Memorial Cross Bay Swim, an event that’s as much about the journey as it is about the destination. Starting at Fire Island and swimming across the Great South Bay to Bay Shore, this 5.5-mile swim was a culmination of months of preparation, determination,...
A Better Buoy for Open Water Swimmers: The Hiemal32 15L Swim Buoy Review
Safety and visibility are crucial in open-water swimming, and finding a reliable swim buoy is essential. After trying out a handful of those no-frills options available on Amazon, I finally got my hands on the Hiemal32 Open Water Swim Buoy (15L). Spoiler alert – it’s a game changer. Here’s why...
The ROKA Maverick Pro 3 Sleeveless Wetsuit – Built for all Swimmers/Triathletes
Regarding speed, comfort, and high performance in the water, the ROKA Maverick Pro 3 Sleeveless Wetsuit stands in a league of its own. The wetsuit combines cutting-edge technology and premium materials, making it the go-to choice for swimmers and triathletes seeking to elevate their performance. Whether you are preparing for...
Find out about Swimming, Open Water Swimming and Zealios
On today's podcast, learn all about swimming, open-water swimming, and swimming products by TeamZealios.com. Stacy Kiefer is my guest. She was a D3 swimmer in college and a lifelong swimmer. She offers tips and strategies for open-water swimming. In addition, she is the marketing director of Zealios. Zealios offers various...
The Only Towel You’ll Ever Need: A Review of the Nomadix Sustainable Towel
When Nomadix claimed its Sustainable Towel is "the only towel you need," I was skeptical. While a towel made from 88% post-consumer recycled material sounded great for the environment, could it perform? One ultra-light towel that equals 22 recycled plastic bottles and weighs just 8 ounces? I wasn’t convinced it...
Do You Need Comfortable Swim Goggles?
In today's podcast, I interview Casey Arendt, the marketing genius behind Snake and Pig, a company that’s changing the game with its super-comfortable goggles and other swim products. During the show, I asked Casey the following questions: Can you tell me more about yourself and Snake & Pig? Where did...