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I spent a week testing three breakout styles under the 15m rule. The dolphin-kick breakout wins for most, but it's not for everyone. Here's what I lea...
I compare breaststroke, butterfly, and freestyle on speed, difficulty, rules, and transferability to other events. Here's my pick for most swimmers.
Think you can stay underwater as long as you want? Wrong. The 15-meter rule is non-negotiable. Here's what actually matters for fast swimming.
Butterfly isn't just for flyers. I argue that mastering the dolphin kick—and the rules around it—is the single biggest technique upgrade for any sprin...
You think you know the flip turn. But the 15-meter rule, the new backstroke turn, and the one-false-start rule can sink your race. Here's how to stay ...
Most swimmers surface too early. Learn how to maximize the 15-meter underwater rule in all four strokes, plus the exact turns and kicks that keep you ...
We debunk common swimming technique myths—from the 15-meter rule to the one-false-start rule—and explain what officials actually enforce in the pool.
Learn how the 15-meter underwater rule shapes technique in every stroke, with specific strategies for starts, turns, and finishes.
Underwater dolphin kicks can win races, but break the 15-meter rule and you're out. Here's how to maximize your underwater speed legally, with techniq...
Think you're maximizing your underwater speed? The 15-meter rule caps your dolphin kick, but most swimmers break it early. Here's how to use every inc...