A swim trainer
For something a little more involved, the Zen8 Swim Trainer is a clever way of creating a swim movement on dry land. It was very simple to set
everything up and, once inflated, there’s no need to deflate the bench. The set also comes with an online starter video, which helps you to setup the equipment. Online coaching ensures you make the best use of the Swim Trainer. It promises to significantly improve your swimming speed, so for those interested in racing or shaving off seconds in the pool, it’s well worth the investment.
Don’t forget conditioning
Conditioning is also important. A simple piece of kit such as a foam roller can be a highly effective tool in terms of mobility, injury prevention and recovery, ensuring your body can handle the repetitive, high-volume demands of swimming. Swimmers need extreme flexibility in the
shoulders, hips, and ankles; a foam roller can help reset tight fascia, allowing for a more hydrodynamic streamline and a more powerful kick. We can also develop imbalances from repetitive overhead strokes; rolling out the lats and chest can prevent swimmer’s shoulder by reducing tension that pulls joints out of alignment. Finally, it can help reduce muscle soreness so you can return to training sooner.
Read the full feature for our pick of the best pieces to invest in for a simple home gym set up.
Happy swimming!
Jo Tinsley
Gear Editor