Last year, I took on the Maggie Fischer Cross Bay Swim challenge for the second time. When I looked online, I couldn't find a training plan. So I thought I would share mine with you. Taking on the Maggie Fischer Cross Bay Swim is an incredible goal. This 5.5-mile open-water...
How Do You Clean Your FORM Goggles?
As a swimmer, I'm always looking for ways to improve my performance in the pool. That's why I fell in love with my FORM goggles. They are a complete game-changer. Having all my swim metrics displayed right in my line of sight is incredible. I can see my heart rate...
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...
Make Your Swim Workouts Count
For many triathletes, swimming can feel like the most intimidating discipline. But once you break it down, it’s clear that, like any sport, mastering your swim training takes structure and variety. By incorporating a mix of swim workouts into your weekly routine, you can improve speed, efficiency, and confidence while...
Ultimate Swim Workouts for Triathletes
Swimming is a crucial component of triathlon training, and having a well-rounded swim workout routine can make a significant difference in your performance. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced athlete, incorporating these exercises into your training regimen will help you improve your technique, build endurance, and enhance your...
The Swim Prescription by Alexander Hutchison, Ph.D.
Throughout my whole life, I always looked to the water to help calm my mind. It also offered me a feeling of relaxation. Once I learned to swim in my later years, I realized that swimming made me feel better both mentally and physically. About The Swim Prescription The book,...
I Said the “F” Word in the Pool Today
I started training for the Cross Bay Swim in April. My coach has been gradually building up the swims and before the scheduled swim in July, I was up to nearly 20,000 yards a week! Later, the swim was rescheduled to August 12. I was absolutely exhausted. Between not sleeping...
Bathing Caps by Raebabes
If you have been following my blog for a while, you know that when it comes to small businesses, I like to cover them. It's so hard for the small business owner to get publicity and therefore, I am more than happy to provide through this blog. RaeBabes is a...
Competing in the Swimming Pool
As you know, I rejoined Lifetime Fitness in Garden City. I joined to use the pool. As I've been going there, I realize that people are competing against me in the lanes next to me. I know that must sound strange. But, when I get into the pool and start...
Diving into Estate Planning by Deanna Eble
Well, if 2020 has taught us anything, it is that we need to be prepared for everything. As we dive into the new norm of triathlon, we are getting more and more creative. But, with that creativity comes some risk. With swimming pools closed, more and more of us are...