Race Day Swimming Checklist: Warm-Up, Gear, and Mental Cues
A meet-day checklist used by competitive swimmers: what to pack, how to warm up, between-race routines, and simple mental cues.

Articles built for competitive swimmers: technique, race prep, and swimwear knowledge.
A meet-day checklist used by competitive swimmers: what to pack, how to warm up, between-race routines, and simple mental cues.
Keep swimwear performing longer with proper chlorine care: rinsing, washing, drying, rotation, and what to avoid.
Compare silicone, latex, and fabric swim caps for fit, drag, comfort, and durability. Plus cap tips for long hair and racing.
Stop goggle leaks with a better fit strategy: nose bridge sizing, strap angle, seal pressure, and anti-fog habits that actually work.
New to open water? Learn sighting technique, drafting strategy, pacing, and key safety practices for lakes and ocean swims.
A step-by-step guide to faster flip turns: approach speed, last stroke timing, rotation, foot placement, and push-off.
Underwaters win races. Learn streamline cues, dolphin kick mechanics, pacing, and breakout timing for faster 50–200 swims.
How to structure swim training for speed and endurance: weekly layout, intensity zones, technique blocks, and progression.
A clear breakdown of tech suit benefits—compression, hydrodynamics, and body position—plus who should use them and when.
A practical guide to choosing the right racing suit or training suit: fit, compression, fabric, seams, approvals, and what actually matters on race day.