Swim Facts
How many metres are in one length of an Olympic distance pool?
50m
What part of your body keeps you stable in streamline?
Your core
What is the longest Olympic swim event?
1500m freestyle
What’s the fastest part of your race (besides the start)?
Underwaters/streamline
In freestyle, where should your hand enter the water?
In front of your shoulder ( not crossing over)
What is the most important part of your stroke? (You should be doing this ALL the time)
Your kick
Why do swimmers do squats and lunges?
Builds leg power for starts/turns.
What country is Katie Ledecky from?
USA
What’s a “breakout“?
The transition from underwater kick to the first stroke.
In butterfly, how many kicks happen per arm cycle?
Two
What is the main focus of a sprint set?
High power (going fast)
What does core training help improve in swimming?
Any of these: Streamline, balance, and body position.
What stroke(s) is Caeleb Dressel know for?
Butterfly/freestyle
What’s a common mistake off the wall during turns?
Any of these: no dolphin kicks, no streamline, breathing off first stroke.
In breaststroke, should the pause in your stroke be at the top (during your breath) or at the bottom (in your glide)?
At the bottom
What is a “taper” and why do we do it?
a period of reduced training to rest muscles for peak performance.
Name one exercise that strengthens your shoulders?
Any of these: push ups, band work, planks, etc.
What year were the Tokyo Olympics held?
2021
Why do we practice breathing on both sides in freestyle?
Balance, symmetry, and better sighting.
Why is head position in breaststroke so important?Bonus: what is correct head positioning?
Controls balance and reduces drag.
What does “aerobic” training mean?
Means “with oxygen“. Longer periods of swimming; builds endurance.
What kind of training helps your endurance?
Aerobic/ long distance sets.
Who has the most Olympic gold medals in swimming?
Michael Phelps
What does “building” help with?
To control pacing and help with strong finishes.
What is “distance per stroke” and why is it important?
How far you move each stroke; longer= more efficient.