Swimming tips

Here are a number of tips to make your swimming more enjoyable.

1. Glide before swimming
   Don’t get in the pool and begin swimming lengths before you are warmed up. Start your session by gliding for a few minutes; this gets the blood flowing and your body gets used to being in the water.
   
   
2. Practice your breathing
   After you’ve done some gliding, try going on your side and getting some breathing practice. Breathing is the key to a successful stroke and the more time you can spend perfecting it the better.
   
   
3. Check the pool session times
   Most pools now have allocated lane sessions when the lanes are sectioned off. Outside of lane sessions you could be weaving in and out of other pool users which can be REALLY frustrating!
   
   
4. Look after your kit
   You should wash your gear thoroughly after each swim to ensure that you are getting rid of the chlorine. This will help prolong its life.
   
   
5. Choosing your gear
   Choose carefully and make sure you aren’t just buying what looks good but what is actually practical. Some swimsuits and trunks from trendy boutiques might look great but could loose their shape or fade after a few swims. Go to a decent sports shop and get some advice on what you should be wearing in the water.
   
   
6. Get a plastic box for your gear
   Go to any of the DIY warehouses and buy one of the plastics tubs that you use for home storage. Throwing wet gear into one after a swim is a lot more sensible than putting it into a sports bag.
   
   
7. Wear a hat
   Regular use of a heavily chlorinated pool can affect your scalp and on occasions make it flake. You can avoid this by wearing a hat, which you can pick up for about £10. It can make all the difference.
   
   
8. Wear a lined top
   If you feel like you can never get warmed up in the water then invest in a lined top as it can significantly increase your enjoyment of your swimming. Make sure it is a snug fit without restricting movement. Pool temperatures can vary considerably so don’t assume you can wear the same in each.
   
   
9. De-mist your goggles
   Goggles are an essential part of swimming correctly and they can mist up if they are not looked after. Get some demisting fluid and use regularly before a swim.
   
   
10. Shaded goggles
    
    If you’re thinking of doing some sea swimming in the summer, consider getting some goggles with shaded lenses. They act like sunglasses and protect your eyes from the sun.
    
    
    
    

Source- http://www.realbuzz.com/en-gb/Types_of_swimming_lessons/index?pageID=503