5 benefits of bilateral breathing
Learn five benefits of bilateral breathing and why you should take the time to master it as an open water swimmer.
5 drills to improve your sighting
Improve your sighting for open water swimming with these 5 drills you can practice in the pool.
5 benefits of training with hand paddles
Swimming with paddles has an array of benefits from strength to technique. Here are 5 reasons you should add paddles to your swim session.
5 reasons you’re not seeing results in your training (and how to turn this around)
If you’ve hit a plateau in your training, it’s likely you’re making one of these five common mistakes. The good news is that with a little tweaking, you’ll be able to get the results you’re after.
4 reasons why freestyle kick is important for open-water swimmers
Learn how mastering your freestyle kick will help you become a better open water swimmer.
Backstroke basics for the freestyle-only swimmer
Backstroke is a handy stroke to perform when returning through the surf and it’s a great way to mix up your swim training. If you need to learn the stroke, we’ve got a few basics to set you on your way.
How to train for a 1km ocean swim
Aiming for your first 1km or getting back into it after a break? Follow our 1km ocean swim training program to get you ready for race day.
How to get swim fit for an ocean swim in 4 weeks
Enjoyed the holiday season a little too much and need to get in shape pronto? This simple 4-week swim training plan will get you ready for your next event.
How to train for a 2km ocean swim
Are you looking at stepping up to a 2km ocean swim? We guide you through what your training will need to look like.
Ready, set, go! Preparing for your first ocean swim event of the season
A quick reminder about how to ensure you’re ready for your first ocean swim after a few months shoreside. Tips for what to focus on from 6-weeks out.
World Champion triathlete Melissa Hauschildt shares her top training tips
Melissa Hauschildt, an Australian triathlete is a supporter of the Starlight Foundation, this year she offers her top tips for the swim.
Aussie swimming legend Kieren Perkins shares his tips for Starlight Super Swimmers
Kieren Perkins has been a supporter of the Starlight Foundation for many years and in 2022 he offers his top tips for this year’s Super Swim.
How to smash your post-festive season training
Learn how to get the most out of your training this summer season with these top tips.
How to keep your training on track these holidays
Are you struggling to keep your training on track these holidays? Here are our top tips to stay on track with your training.
5 ways to swim faster this summer
Are you wanting to swim faster this ocean swimming season? Here are our top five tips to take your speed to the next level.
Making peace with the pool
If you want to be a strong surf swimmer it’s time to make peace with the pool and start to enjoy your swim sessions.
4 steps to better body surfing
There are four steps that need to come together in order to body surf effectively, master these and you’ll take your body surfing to the next level.
Timing is everything
Timing plays a huge part in negotiating waves, and getting your timing right will make you a more efficient ocean swimmer in the surf zone.
5 ocean swimming techniques that will give you the edge
Are you looking for the edge in your ocean swimming? These five ocean swimming techniques will give you the speed and tactical advantage you’re looking for.
