Boost power and speed
COACH,  EXTRA,  FEATURES,  May 2025,  Top Tips,  Training and Technique,  Training Sessions

Boost your speed and power in the water

Our new contributing coach Nicola Butler has passion for the pool and a lifetime of sporting prowess and experience. This month Nicola shares why it’s important to have a purpose for each pool session, and how to boost your speed and power in the water

Lacking speed and power in open water? The pool could be the answer…

At the beginning of 2025, I rediscovered my love for the pool after spending over 20 years out of competitive pool swimming.

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