FINIS Blog: Goggle Tricks for a Successful Swim

Goggle Tricks for a Successful Swim

  Goggle issues? Thing of the past! According to our community of swimmers, one of the most common interruptions to a great session is (yep, you guessed it) foggy lenses...
June 20, 2025 — Charlotte Nield
FINIS Blog: The Ultimate Swim Bag Checklist

Here’s the List Every Swimmer Needs

The Art of Not Forgetting Your Undies (Again) You’ve tracked your splits. You’ve optimised your stroke rate. But somehow… you’ve left the house without underwear. Again. Fear not - here’s a...
June 20, 2025 — Charlotte Nield
Why Music and Swimming Are the Perfect Duo (Literally)

Why Music and Swimming Are the Perfect Duo (Literally)

  The science behind soundtracking your swim – with the FINIS Duo If you're a regular in the pool, you're probably no stranger to the mental lull of staring at...
June 20, 2025 — Charlotte Nield
FINIS Blog: Swim Talk 101

Swim Talk 101

  You’ve got your cap on, your goggles de-fogged, and are feeling fired up! But suddenly your coach yells: “Let’s go for 8x100s on the 1:40, focus on your DPS!...
June 17, 2025 — Charlotte Nield
Swimmer training breath work with FINIS Stability Snorkel

Breathing Techniques 101

Struggling with your breathing in the pool? Learn the basics of breath control and how the FINIS Stability Snorkel can improve your technique, endurance, and swim confidence. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to sharpen your technique, improving your breathing can lead to more efficient strokes, longer swims, and better overall performance.

May 27, 2025 — Charlotte Nield

The Four Pillars of Teaching Fast Swimming

The Four Pillars of Teaching Fast Swimming to Everyone - Starting with Tempo By Glenn Mills – Co-Founder of GoSwim.tv Coaching fast swimming is a complex challenge that requires a...
February 21, 2025 — Charlotte Nield
Chlorine and the skin blog post

The True Effects of Chlorine Damage & Essential Skincare for Swimmers.

THE SKIN – MORE THAN JUST A COVERING Your skin isn’t just a protective layer - it’s your body’s first line of defence. Covering about 2 square metres in adults,...
January 24, 2025 — Charlotte Nield
HOT, HUMID, AND CHAFE-FREE 🌴

HOT, HUMID, AND CHAFE-FREE 🌴

  STAY CHAFE-FREE WITH TRISLIDE Summer is well and truely here! Prime time to dive into the pool, explore the coast, and soak up those sunny days. Whether you’re heading for...
January 07, 2025 — Charlotte Nield
Research shows swimmers live longer than walkers and runners

Research shows a daily dip could lengthen your life

  Research shows swimmers live longer than walkers and runners. Yup, re-read that one again!Dr. Steven Blair, Dr. Nancy Chase and Dr. Xuemei Sui from the University of South Carolina...
September 20, 2024 — Charlotte Nield
10 Tips for Overcoming Open Water Anxiety

10 Tips for Overcoming Open Water Anxiety

Swimming out into open water can be both exhilarating and daunting. No matter your experience level, whether you're swimming recreationally or competitively, it's not uncommon to feel open water anxiety. Here's a...
June 17, 2024 — Charlotte Nield
Shayna Jack's Olympic Prep Journey: Insights and Advice for Aspiring Swimmers

Shayna Jack's Olympic Prep Journey: Insights and Advice for Aspiring Swimmers

Recently, team members from FINIS Australia HQ had the incredible opportunity to sit down with Australian swimmer, Shayna Jack, after an intense training session. We delved into her rigorous Olympic...
June 11, 2024 — Charlotte Nield
Teach Technique with the Stability Snorkel Jr.

Teach Technique with the Stability Snorkel Jr.

Technique is everything in swimming. By using the Stability Snorkel Junior, children can learn to swim slowly with perfect technique. Practicing with a snorkel eliminates the need to take a breath which lifts the legs to the surface of the water and improves body position.

March 01, 2024 — Charlotte Nield