What People are Saying…
“Since I have started using these swim practices not only have I set PRs in multiple distances, I have also improved the quality and my satisfaction in my swim sessions.”
“The progression of focal points helped me to stay mindful during the swim without getting overwhelmed. I love when my swim becomes like another form of meditation while still helping me improve my form.
my initial reaction is all positive. I love the overall structure of the book, and the content of the individual workouts that I’ve read. Knowing the purpose of the workout is a real motivator for me.”
Swimming Through Change
What do you love about swimming? For me, I've just always loved being in the water and playing games with my friends. Starting from when I was 7 or 8 years old, I walked to our neighborhood pool, met my friends, and we played cards during adult swim, and sharks &...
Better breathing from the beginning…
Have you ever felt that slight discomfort in breathing during the warm up of your workouts? Think about how that feels in your run or bike warm up? And now how does it compare to your swim warm up? Just the change from a land to water environment can make your initial...
Breathing in Swimming – Instinct, Reflex or Choice?
When I am totally race fit, I don't worry about breathing or technique - they take care of themselves. -Frank Shorter Breathing isn't optional, but it IS a choice. It is one of those body functions that your brain maintains whether you're aware of it or...
Independence Day
On this day in 1776, the Declaration of Independence was signed confirming the formation of the United States of America. We celebrate by swimming and sharing with you our practice. The practice consists of 3 rounds. Each round is made of 4 x (1x100, 1x50) followed...
Earn and Learn in October
We are excited to announce details for our Fresh Freestyle Interseason Training Camp in Clermont Florida, October 6-7. In this two day camp, coaches and athletes will have the opportunity to learn the Fresh Freestyle TripleQ™ system to improve swimming and...
Swim Workouts that Give and Receive
The frosty mornings are here on the northern hemisphere, and who doesn't cringe just a little at the thought of diving into a cold pool first thing in the morning to get your day started? Well I do...which is why I prefer to swim mid day when possible. My ideal swim...
Race Report: XTerra World Championship
The Xterra World Championship off-road triathlon was held in Kapalua, Maui on October 29, 2017 and I was there to compete for my 5th time. For you readers who are not familiar with Xterra, it is off-road triathlon which means swimming that includes a mid-swim run...
Ave atque vale, Terry Laughlin
Hail and Farewell. This week we have cried, reminisced, laughed, and cried all over again. Our friend, mentor and inspiration Terry Laughlin passed away on Friday October 20th after living with metastatic prostate cancer for two years. Throughout the time we have...
Great Close-up video of Open Water Breathing Technique
Coach Celeste St. Pierre demonstrates some great open water breathing and sighting techniques in the tannin colored waters of Lake Minneola, Clermont, FL. Some things to note in her style: -Alligator Eyes breathing. Her eyes raised just above the surface of the...
Video Analysis is a Strong Component of Fresh Freestyle Training Camp – Testimonial
Listen to Terri Bower discuss the highlights of her training camp in January of 2017. Fresh Freestyle Training camp in 2017 was 3 days long with 6 pool sessions, extracurricular bikes & runs, and classroom discussion with ample time for video review. 3 Pool...