The Science of Stroke: Elite Speed Through Technique

At SwimStar, we know swimming mastery isn’t just about power—it’s precision. To truly excel, you must understand the science of your stroke. It’s about how you move, not just how much. Hydrodynamics: Slicing Through Drag Drag is your enemy. Combat it by minimizing your frontal surface. Think torpedo, not barge. Propulsion: Maximizing Force Generate power […]

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Unlock Your Speed: How Swimstar’s App Transforms Data into Swimming Success

In the fast-paced world of competitive swimming, understanding the nuances of your performance can be a game-changer. Enter Swimstar, an innovative app designed to transform raw data into actionable insights, helping swimmers of all levels achieve their swimming goals. By leveraging advanced analytics, Swimstar deciphers key performance metrics such as stroke rate, distance per stroke

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Nutrition 

The saying “you are what you eat” is extremely relevant when it comes to the diet of a competitive swimmer. If you eat a varied diet of healthy and nutritious foods your body will have what it needs to cope with the demands of your training and racing programme. You need to eat enough food

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Sleep 

In order to perform at your peak, you have to prepare in all aspects of your life and this means that you have to prioritise a good night’s sleep. Poor sleep habits can have a massively negative affect on your performance both physically and mentally.  Why sleep is important  For both swimmers and non swimmers,

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Hydration

Hydration is an extremely important factor in reaching peak physical and mental performance. This is relevant to swimmers both in training and on race day. Hydration during training sessions is often overlooked but can have a big impact on your session, especially in the later stages. If you become dehydrated you are likely to get

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