The electronic lap counters used at the FINA world championships were a hit among the athletes, giving them a new way of seeing how many lengths are remaining in their distance races. Omega designed a ...

Swimming is a great way to exercise, both for the cardiovascular benefits and the improved muscle tone. However, while he’s a fan, [Peter Quinn] sometimes finds it hard to keep track of how far he’s ...

At some point in most swimmers’ careers, whether it’s their event or just for training, we are faced with swimming the 500 freestyle. If you haven’t swum it, then you’re in the stands cheering, or ...

Swimming is a great way to exercise, both for the cardiovascular benefits and the improved muscle tone. However, while he’s a fan, [Peter Quinn] sometimes finds it hard to keep track of how far he’s ...

Lap swimming is like chicken soup. It`s a tradition that Mother always said was good for you. People are finally listening to their mothers. This simple and prehistoric form of exercise is the latest ...

Swimming – very good for you and indeed your joints. And if you do it seriously, the Finis Lap Track could be a useful tool. It’s an underwater clock that counts the number of laps you swim, records ...

For years, I wouldn’t jump into a swimming pool. Sure, I could swim. I spent more than a decade as a competitive swimmer, but logging laps in the pool was no longer enjoyable. I would wade into the ...

I LIKE THE IDEA of lap swimming. But the act of swimming is better in my head than in the water. During the first lap, I tell myself things are going pretty well. I can keep this up. After a couple ...