Use the pool to transform your technique

Swim coach Nicola Butler explains how using pool features, from the lane ropes to pool markings, can improve your swim technique

For swimmers of all levels, the pool is far more than a place to count lengths or escape the harsh winters. It is a controlled environment where every feature, from pool markings, flags and even lane ropes can be harnessed to refine technique, build efficiency, and unlock new levels of performance.