Swim training
COACH,  EXTRA,  FEATURES,  January 2025,  Top Tips,  Training and Technique

How to stay swim fit without an event

Swim Smooth coach Paul Newsome shares how to build a flexible training plan for when you don’t have an event on the horizon

When you don’t have an event on the horizon, it’s easy to let your swim training drift. Without the pressure of a specific goal, how do you stay motivated, maintain fitness and ensure you’re ready for future challenges? The answer lies in constructing a sustainable, flexible training plan that keeps swimming engaging while laying a solid foundation for performance.

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