Strengthen your core in the pool

One of the most effective (and often overlooked) places to build a powerful, stable core is the swimming pool, says swim coach Nicola Butler

When most people think about core training, they picture endless planks, ab wheels, or sweaty gym-based workouts… but one of the most effective (and often overlooked) places to build a powerful, stable core is the swimming pool. Water provides natural resistance, challenges your balance, and is non-weight bearing, therefore supports your joints, making it an ideal environment for strengthening the muscles that keep your body aligned and strong.